About UsWine, food, and live entertainment collide at City Winery to create a dynamic and incredibly unique workplace. Since 2008, City Winery has been turning heads across the nation with amazing live performances, delectable cuisine, and award-winning, locally produced wines. But there's more to us than that - we're a haven for community and creativity, a place where the philosophy of hospitality is more than just a buzzword, but a way of life.Who are you?You have a passion for music, a love of wine, and a deep respect for hospitality. You know how to connect with people, but you're not just a people pleaser - you thrive under pressure and love making quick decisions that impact the business and culture. You know you have more to learn and are always looking for ways to grow, both personally and professionally. With an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to be a part of something bigger, you want to join a brand and culture that not only makes a difference, but also helps others INDULGE THEIR SENSES.Who are we?City Winery, founded by music industry veteran & visionary Michael Dorf, has established itself as a one-of-a-kind brand providing unforgettable experiences for guests. From world-class music venues to sustainably produced wines with ratings of 90+ points, City Winery offers a range of top-notch events & experiences.Why us?Competitive pay plus generous benefits. An atmosphere of learning, development & enrichment opportunities. A career trajectory within a growing company with abundant opportunities for advancement. A fun team of passionate individuals who share your love of hospitality and the opportunity to provide guests with unforgettable nights filled with music & wine. Comped concerts and dining experiences, employee merchandise and meal discounts, FREE family meal, 401K Retirement Plan, Volunteer Opportunities, Flexible Spending Accounts including pre-tax commuter benefits and parking & more depending on position and other Company eligibility requirements.POSITION SUMMARYService Assistants are responsible for providing a clean and pleasant dining experience by clearing, sanitizing, and resetting tables, and ensuring all areas are well-stocked and tidy. The Service Assistant directly supports servers and/or bartenders during service, performing any tasks necessary to ensure a high-quality guest experience.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSStrong work ethic, team player, and exceptional guest service skills1+ year experience as a Busser or Runner in a fast-paced, high-volume service environment preferred and/or equivalent relevant experienceAbility to consistently deliver high-quality guest experiences, exceed guest expectations, and strive to create a memorable experience at every City Winery visitAbility to navigate venue conditions, including tight spaces, dark room and loud environmentPolished presentationAbility to take direction from othersEffective communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build positive relationships with people in the scope of employmentAptitude to resolve problemsAbility to work both independently and in a team environmentAbility to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidaysAbility to perform physical requirements of the role including standing/walking for entirety of shift, bending, pulling, pushing, using stairs, lifting and carrying up to 50 poundsRESPONSIBILITIESProvide guest hospitality; clear, clean, and replenish tables, settings, and all service areas; remove courses as completed and deliver to kitchen; replenish utensils; refill water glasses; remain alert to guest needs at all needsProvide assistance to waitstaff and bartenders as needed to perform guest related dutiesEnsure polished and clean presentation of all areasPrepare dining rooms for patrons by cleaning, setting napkins, service plates, water bottles, and utensils. Perform opening and closing duties including set-up, maintenance, and breakdown of the area within the allotted timeframe not to exceed 20% or maximum of 2 hours of the scheduled shift timeSupport servers by setting-up and replenishing service stations, trash containers liners, and bus stationsMaintain service areas, clean up spills as neededFulfill guest dining requests as needed and facilitate communication of guest requests to serversMake every effort to meet guest’s needs by either obtaining requested items for guest or communicating needs to server or management teamGreet guests upon seating and fill water glassesAdhere to sanitation and safety policiesFollow all company policies, procedures, and guidelines including being ready to work at scheduled shift time, in uniform, with neat and presentable appearance.Perform all other reasonably assigned dutiesWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at City Winery. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Additionally, City Winery participates in the E-Verify Program in certain locations, as required by law.