LEAD SERVER- EAST BRUNSWICK

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Location: KOY GRILL- 336 ROUTE 18 EAST BRUNSWICK NJ 08816 (INTERVIEW MIGHT BE AT DIFFERENT LOCATION) 
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Competitive hourly rate + tips

About Us:

KÖY Grill is a fast-paced Mediterranean restaurant dedicated to serving fresh, high-quality grilled food. We pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional dining experience with outstanding customer service.

Job Description:

We are looking for a Full-Time Server who is a self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset and a strong commitment to long-term employment (at least one year). This role requires someone who is proactive, reliable, and eager to contribute to the success of our team. The ideal candidate is tech-savvy, highly communicative, and a natural salesperson who can upsell menu items and create an exceptional dining experience for guests.

Responsibilities:

✅ Greet and seat guests with a warm and friendly attitude
✅ Take accurate food and beverage orders and enter them into Toast POS
✅ Be a strong salesperson by upselling menu items, specials, and add-ons to enhance guest experience
✅ Provide menu recommendations and answer customer questions with confidence
✅ Ensure timely delivery of food and beverages to guests
✅ Check on guests throughout their meal to ensure satisfaction
✅ Handle cash, credit card, and digital payments accurately
✅ Assist with bussing tables and maintaining cleanliness in the dining area
✅ Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines
✅ Complete a daily checklist of tasks to maintain efficiency
✅ Utilize team communication tools, including WhatsApp group chats, to stay updated
✅ Work with digital programs such as Toast POS, OpenTable reservations, WhatsApp chat sessions, and any additional software introduced
✅ Take initiative in problem-solving and contribute ideas to improve service operations
✅ Demonstrate a long-term commitment to growing with KÖY Grill

Requirements:

Must be a self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset
Strong sales skills and the ability to upsell effectively
Commitment to long-term employment (at least one year)
Strong customer service and communication skills
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
Must be reliable, punctual, and a team player
Comfortable using digital tools and programs, including Toast POS, OpenTable, and WhatsApp
Ability to stand for extended periods and carry trays with food and drinks
Must have flexible availability, including evenings and weekends

Benefits:

✔ Free meals (based on performance)
✔ Competitive hourly rate + tips
✔ Free uniform T-shirt
✔ Opportunity for advancement within the company
✔ Paid time off
✔ Supportive and friendly work environment