Oyster Bar Shucker

The Yacht Club is seeking a superstar Oyster Bar Shucker with upscale, high-volume restaurant experience to join our award-winning front-of-house team (this is a tipped role). Working closely with nationally-acclaimed culinary director, Kerry Heffernan, and Billion Oyster Project Oyster BarShuckers are an integral part of our Crew. VENUEThe Yacht ClubThe Yacht Club is a waterfront dining, drinking, and events destination - a full New York City block in the sky - on the 10th floor of Chelsea's 1930s masterpiece of industrial architecture, the landmarked Starrett Lehigh building.DETAILSJob OverviewPosition SummaryOur oyster bar shucking team are rockstars. They are guest-facing and stationed at our oyster bars for all guests to see and interact with. They are highly skilled practitioners who are the center of attention within our venues. They have the opportunity to create a special, and personalized experience for our guests by sharing their in-depth knowledge of the oysters we offer on our menus.Oyster Bar Shuckers also ensure the cleanliness, freshness, proper shucking, and service of the oysters. Shuckers should be enthusiastic, hard-working, and have the willingness to learn and grow on the job.In addition to shucking oysters quickly and consistently, our shuckers provide a clean and friendly environment for our guests and personalize our commitment to sustainability, hospitality, and memorable dining experiences.Must love sunsets.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesExecute proficient oyster shucking and plating duties in a fast-paced environment while upholding Company's service standards and ensuring exceptional guest satisfaction.Mastering knowledge of oyster offerings including name, origin and tasting notesLearn and maintain knowledge of food and beverage menu itemsEngage with guests in a courteous and knowledgeable manner, warmly welcoming them, providing menu insights, making recommendations, and addressing inquiries with clarity and confidenceSkillfully manage order-taking and fulfillment while maintaining a tidy and well-organized workstationRegularly clear and sanitize guest bar area in front of your station, set and reset silverware and glassware, refill waters and maintain a tidy station for seated and upcoming guestsMaintain a clean and polished professional appearance at all times, adhering to established dress and uniform policiesComply with Department of Health established standards for food preparation, handling techniques and safety protocols particularly with regards to the handling of fresh oystersSet up your station in a timely manner and according to Company specifications including proper levels of ice, adequate product stock and necessary accompaniments specific to your stationMaintain safety and DOH health compliance at your station at all times, including proper oyster knife handling and storage, wearing gloves while handling food, proper set of hand wash and sanitizer stations.Communicate and collaborate effectively and professionally with colleagues and management to ensure a smooth and seamless operation and workflowAssist fellow team members when necessary to ensure unparalleled guest experienceBreakdown station entirely, perform cleaning tasks of your area at the conclusion of each service leaving station clean and completely free of loose equipment and debrisStore food from your station properly and safely according to Company training and DOH standardsProperly discard of all trash and oyster shells according to venue protocol Minimum Qualifications Ability to perform essential job functions when working in a high business volume, fast-paced environmentAbility to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously and for extended periods of time as required to perform essential job functionsAble to lift 30+ lbs.Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the businessFamiliarity with knife handling protocols and skillsKnowledge of or willingness to learn about OystersMust love sunsetsPolished personal presentation; grooming meets Company standards, as outlined by Employee HandbookWillingness to work in outdoor climate conditions Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of th is position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the functions of this job, an employee must walk, stand, or remain stationary during entire the shift. Employee must be able to continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop and wipe with the potential for slipping or tripping. Employee must frequently wash their hands and lift or move up to 35 pounds.BenefitsPaid Safe and Sick LeaveCommuter BenefitsEmployee Discount