About Us

Sylvia Woods, the "Queen of Soul Food," was the founder and owner of the world famous Sylvia's Restaurant, located in the historical village of Harlem, since 1962. In 1944, Sylvia and her Husband Herbert, moved to Harlem NY, where she became a waitress at Johnson's luncheonette. After several years of dedicated service, Mr. Johnson recognized Sylvia's entrepreneurial spirit and sold her the luncheonette.The once small luncheonette which consisted of 15 stools and six booths, has now flourished into a family-owned enterprise which consists of: Sylvia's Restaurant in Harlem, Sylvia's Also, a full-service catering hall, Special Events Division, a nationwide line of Sylvia's Food Products, two deliciously amazing cookbooks, and ATOC, Inc., a real estate holding company.

The world famous Sylvia's Restaurant is seeking a Host/Cashier to join our team. Under the direction of our Managers, the Host/Cashier is responsible for creating a welcoming environment for our guests by ensuring that each guest is promptly greeted in a friendly and welcoming manner and accommodating each party with swift attention. The cashier is responsible for managing cash and credit card transactions. The host is responsible for seating guests in the dining room in accordance with the table seating chart and availability.

Qualified candidates must have:

• Enthusiastically greet customers entering restaurant
• A great work ethic and commitment to uncompromising quality
• Ability to work positively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time and the ability to grasp, lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs as needed
• Answer telephone calls and respond to inquiries
• Maintains the restaurant with regards to cleanliness, neatness and customer accessibility.
• Works as a team member to support other restaurant employees in their duties.
• Other duties as assigned by General Manager or Assistant Manager

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Referral program
• Pre-tax medical plan
• Tax saving transportation program
• Paid time off

Physical Setting:

• Bar
• Fine dining restaurant
• Takeout

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Monday to Sunday
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Restaurant Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Medical, Dental, PTO