FLOOR CAPTAIN - Bar Mario - New York

Floor Captain - Bar Mario - New York

Bar Mario is looking for a Floor Captain who doesn't just run servicebut understands the soul of what we do. This role requires strong knowledge of Italian food and wine. Not textbook knowledgeliving, breathing, tasting knowledge.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the floor with authority, warmth, and precision
• Guide guests through the menu with confidence and charm
• Support and train staff on food, wine, and service standards
• Maintain flow between kitchen and dining room
• Elevate the guest experience through genuine hospitality

What You Know (and love):

• Italian cuisine beyond clichsregional awareness (Piedmont, Tuscany, etc.)
• Classic dishes, ingredients, and preparations
• Italian wines: varietals, regions, structure, and pairings
• You can speak about Nebbiolo vs Sangiovese without blinking
• You know why a Vermentino behaves differently than a Gavi
• You enjoy teaching this knowledge to others

What You Are:

• A natural leader with strong floor presence
• Detail-oriented and standards-driven
• Comfortable in high-volume, fast-paced environments
• Hospitable, composed, and solution-oriented

Why Bar Mario:

• A serious restaurant without taking itself too seriously
• Strong team culture and growth opportunities
• A place where food, wine, and hospitality actually matter

Details:

• Red Hook, Brooklyn
• Full-time
• Competitive pay (hourly + tips)

If you can run a room and talk wine like it matters, we'd love to meet you.