Esme is a neighborhood bistro opening on Divisadero street this Spring: focused on seasonally driven French-inspired bistro fare with a thoughtful European-leaning wine program. The space is intimate, with a cozy dining room and a tucked-away patio.
Our service is intentional, team-oriented, well-paced, and guest-focused. We are building our opening front-of-house team and are looking for servers who take pride in hospitality and want to be part of something from the ground up.
The Role
Servers at Esme are responsible for creating a warm, polished, and highly attentive guest experience. We really want to build relationships with our clientele and neighbors and to become a place guests feel they can dine at regularly. We take pride in being both quality-driven and accessible in price point and our service approach. Our number one responsibility is to take care of the people who chose to dine with us.
Responsibilities include:
• Providing attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely warm service
• Guiding guests through the menu, including food and wine pairings
• Maintaining a clean, organized section and strong table awareness
• Communicating clearly with the kitchen and team
• Contributing to a smooth, thoughtful flow of service
Who You Are
• Detail-oriented and highly aware of your surroundings
• Organized and methodical with your work
• Calm and composed under pressure
• A strong communicator who works well within a team
• Interested in food, wine, and continued learning
• Professional, accountable, and consistent
We are building a team that is kind, focused, and takes pride in their work
Required Experience
• 2 years prior serving experience in a service oriented restaurant
• Able to execute proper clearing, serving, marking of tables in accordance with fine dining standards
• Strong wine knowledge - equivalent to CMS level 2 with a strong understanding of French wine
Compensation
• $19.61/hour + tips
• Health Benefits through SFMRA
• Daily family meal provided
• Opportunities for growth as the restaurant evolves
Why Join Us
• Be part of the opening team of a highly intentional, independently owned restaurant
• Work in a respectful, professional environment with high standards
• Opportunity to deepen your knowledge of food and wine More detail about Esme, please visit
Our service is intentional, team-oriented, well-paced, and guest-focused. We are building our opening front-of-house team and are looking for servers who take pride in hospitality and want to be part of something from the ground up.
The Role
Servers at Esme are responsible for creating a warm, polished, and highly attentive guest experience. We really want to build relationships with our clientele and neighbors and to become a place guests feel they can dine at regularly. We take pride in being both quality-driven and accessible in price point and our service approach. Our number one responsibility is to take care of the people who chose to dine with us.
Responsibilities include:
• Providing attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely warm service
• Guiding guests through the menu, including food and wine pairings
• Maintaining a clean, organized section and strong table awareness
• Communicating clearly with the kitchen and team
• Contributing to a smooth, thoughtful flow of service
Who You Are
• Detail-oriented and highly aware of your surroundings
• Organized and methodical with your work
• Calm and composed under pressure
• A strong communicator who works well within a team
• Interested in food, wine, and continued learning
• Professional, accountable, and consistent
We are building a team that is kind, focused, and takes pride in their work
Required Experience
• 2 years prior serving experience in a service oriented restaurant
• Able to execute proper clearing, serving, marking of tables in accordance with fine dining standards
• Strong wine knowledge - equivalent to CMS level 2 with a strong understanding of French wine
Compensation
• $19.61/hour + tips
• Health Benefits through SFMRA
• Daily family meal provided
• Opportunities for growth as the restaurant evolves
Why Join Us
• Be part of the opening team of a highly intentional, independently owned restaurant
• Work in a respectful, professional environment with high standards
• Opportunity to deepen your knowledge of food and wine More detail about Esme, please visit