Lunch Server

Looking for a meaningful change in hospitality?
Join Allium Eatery, one of Westport's most respected dining destinations, led by a James Beard Semi-Finalist for Best Chef: Northeast 2025.

Recent Recognition

• Nominated Best Restaurant – Fairfield County 2025
• Chef of the Year 2024 – Connecticut Restaurant Association

Allium is an intimate, chef-driven restaurant featuring 14 dining room seats, 6 bar seats, and a seasonal outdoor patio Our service philosophy is rooted in finesse, precision, timing, and genuine hospitality. Every guest interaction matters.

We are seeking a highly skilled, hospitality-driven Server who thrives in a refined, fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering a thoughtful, elevated dining experience.

Who You Are

You are motivated by excellence and bring professionalism, warmth, and confidence to every shift. You enjoy working independently within a small, tight-knit team and value quality over quantity.

Position Requirements

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in upscale or fine-dining service
• Strong understanding of table etiquette and formal service standards
• Working knowledge of wine, spirits, cocktails, and wine service
• Comfort preparing basic cocktails and managing a small bar setup
• Experience using an espresso machine, including espresso and steamed-milk beverages
• Ability to guide guests through menus with thoughtful beverage and food suggestions
• Polished, professional guest interaction and conversational skills
• Strong situational awareness—able to read the room and adapt service accordingly
• Ability to independently memorize frequently changing menus
• Understanding of Modern American cuisine, seasonal ingredients, and cooking techniques
• Strong command of table pacing, firing courses, bussing, and resetting
• Excellent time management, sense of urgency, and self-motivation
• Team-oriented mindset with a consistently positive attitude

What We Offer

• An independent, elevated service role with direct support from the Chef/Owner
• Ideal for professionals seeking more responsibility than a server role, without full management
• Competitive pay based on experience and execution
• A respectful, focused, and quality-driven work environment

Schedule (Committed)

• Lunch Service: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM (approx.)
• Saturday Brunch: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Location

Directly across from the Westport Train Station
No car needed

Interested?

We are looking to fill this position immediately.

Call or stop by:

Instagram: @alliumeatery

email:

If you take pride in hospitality, precision, and delivering unforgettable guest experiences, we'd love to meet you.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $ $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 18 – 22 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Food provided
• Paid training

Work Location: In person