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Become part of Fifth Avenue's premier new dining destination! QuanJuDe New York is seeking passionate, proactive, and motivated individuals to join the founding team of our much-anticipated U.S. flagship restaurant! With a prestigious 160-year history and global acclaim—underscored by our Vancouver outpost earning a Michelin Star for three consecutive years—our brand is bringing its legendary signature flavors, elevated by a modern, refined experience, right to the center of NYC. We offer a variety of rewarding career paths and are dedicated to building a culture centered on excellence and unparalleled guest service. If you have a strong commitment to service and genuine enthusiasm for hospitality, we look forward to receiving your application! We offer a competitive compensation package, with details negotiable. Front of House (FOH) Positions - Organized by Importance & Category I. Senior Management 1. General Manager (GM) • Responsibilities: Oversees all restaurant operations (FOH & BOH), P&L management, strategic planning, staff leadership, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and brand standards., • Experience: Extensive senior management experience in high-volume, upscale/fine dining required. 1. Assistant General Manager (AGM) • Responsibilities: Supports the GM in all aspects, manages daily FOH operations, staff scheduling and supervision, inventory control, guest relations resolution., • Experience: Strong FOH management experience in upscale dining required. 1. Marketing Director • Responsibilities: Develops and implements marketing strategies, manages brand communications, PR, advertising, social media oversight (must be proficient in major platforms like Instagram, TikTok, etc.), analyzes market trends. Must be familiar with the NYC F&B scene., • Experience: Proven marketing management experience, ideally within hospitality or luxury brands in NYC, required. II. Departmental Management & Specialists 1. Floor Manager • Responsibilities: Manages dining room service flow, supervises floor staff, ensures service standards are met, handles guest interactions and resolves issues during service., • Experience: FOH management or supervisory experience in a high-quality restaurant required. 1. Bar Manager • Responsibilities: Oversees all bar operations, beverage inventory management, ordering, cost control, develops cocktail menu, manages bar staff., • Experience: Bar management or extensive high-end bartending/supervisory experience required. 1. Sommelier • Responsibilities: Responsible for maintaining and updating the wine list, cellar organization, providing expert wine service and pairing recommendations to guests, and conducting staff wine training., • Experience: Sommelier certification (CMS, WSET, etc.) and fine dining experience strongly preferred. III. Service & Bar Staff 1. Server Captain • Responsibilities: Leads a service section, provides exemplary service to guests, assists with training junior servers, may handle special guest requests or VIP tables., • Experience: Extensive fine dining server experience with demonstrated leadership potential required. 1. Expo Lead / Support Leader • Responsibilities: Responsible for ensuring cleanliness of the expo/pass area; ensuring timely and accurate food dispatch in correct sequence; coordinating Food Runner/Support staff; training new support team members., • Experience: Experience as an Expediter or Senior Food Runner preferred, with leadership potential. 1. Server （HIGH TIPS） • Responsibilities: Provides attentive and knowledgeable table service, explains menu items, takes orders accurately, ensures guest needs are met throughout their dining experience., • Experience: Fine dining server experience required; candidates with strong sales awareness and skills (e.g., able to perform upselling and product recommendations) are preferred. 1. Bartender • Responsibilities: Prepares high-quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, interacts with guests at the bar, maintains bar cleanliness and inventory, follows recipes precisely., • Experience: Professional bartending experience required; specialized craft cocktail/mixology experience preferred for a stronger focus. 1. Host Leader • Responsibilities: Leads the daily operations of the host team, manages shifts, assists with training new hosts, handles complex reservations or guest inquiries, ensures efficient and organized front desk operations., • Experience: Extensive host experience with demonstrated leadership or training capabilities required. 1. Host / Hostess • Responsibilities: Greets and seats guests, manages reservations flow, answers phones professionally, maintains a welcoming atmosphere at the entrance. Reports to Host Leader or Manager., • Experience: Prior hosting or customer service experience in reputable establishments preferred; excellent communication and customer service awareness are essential; candidates with sales potential or related experience are preferred. 1. Server Assistant • Responsibilities: Responsible for maintaining table cleanliness, assisting with resetting tables, providing water service, restocking service stations with supplies and cutlery, and other support tasks., • Experience: No specific experience required, but relevant F&B experience is a plus; attention to detail and service orientation are key. 1. Food Runner / Support • Responsibilities: Responsible for accurately and efficiently running food orders, assisting with clearing tables, and ensuring correct corresponding tableware is provided for different dishes. Positive attitude required; training provided., • Experience: No experience necessary, but prior restaurant experience is a plus; positive attitude and willingness to learn are most important. IV. Support & Administration 1. Social Media Specialist • Responsibilities: Creates engaging content (photos, videos, copy), manages daily posting and community interaction on relevant platforms, assists with website updates., • Experience: Proven experience managing social media accounts for a business (preferably hospitality/lifestyle) required; basic web/design skills are a plus. Back of House (BOH) / Culinary Team Positions: 1. Executive Chef • Overall responsibility for kitchen operations, menu development, cost control, team management, and quality assurance. 1. Sous Chef • Assists Executive Chef in daily kitchen management. 1. Wok Chef • Expertise in various high-heat wok cooking techniques for assigned dishes. Experience required. 1. Head Butcher • Supervises all cutting, portioning, and initial preparation of ingredients (including 'Shui Tai' duties like cleaning/processing seafood, poultry, and vegetables), manages the cutting team, ensures consistency and quality. Experience required. 1. Butcher • Performs precise cutting, portioning, and preparation of various meats, seafood, poultry, and vegetables according to specifications. 1. Steamer Chef • Responsible for the preparation and quality control of stocks, broths, soups, and stews; manages the steaming station; potentially handles processing and storage of bulk ingredients. 1. Peking Duck Chef • Specialist in the entire process of preparing and roasting Peking Duck, managing dedicated ovens and equipment. Specific experience required. 1. Dessert Chef Responsible for the dessert menu execution, including preparation, plating, station management, and quality control. 9.Appetizer Chef • Prepares and plates all cold dishes, salads, and appetizers. 10.Kitchen Assistant / Plater • Primarily assists chefs with plating and presentation, ensures smooth transfer of dishes from stations to the pass; performs basic kitchen support tasks, assists with prep. (This role incorporates the former Kitchen Assistant/Apprentice function). 11.Dishwasher • Responsible for cleaning, sanitizing, and storing all dishes, cookware; maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in kitchen areas. If you are passionate about hospitality and believe you have the skills and enthusiasm to contribute to our team at Quan Ju De Fifth Avenue, we would love to hear from you. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Referral program Vision insurance