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  • Server
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    Server
    4 hours ago
    $16.25 hourly
    Full-time
    Jamaica, Queens

    Location: MERA, JFK International Airport – Terminal 8 Pay Range: $16.25/hr Employment Type: ☐ Full-Time ABOUT MERA CORPORATION MERA Corporation operates a diverse portfolio of food and beverage venues across international airports, delivering fast, consistent, and quality-driven dining experiences for travelers on the go. As we continue to expand our operations at JFK Terminal 8, MERA is seeking an experienced and results-driven Server to oversee a high-volume full service dining restaurant. MERA’s success is built on its commitment to operational excellence, teamwork, and its family-driven core values: Passion, Integrity, Trust, Excellence, and Respect. Position Overview We are seeking a friendly and professional Server to join our dynamic team in providing exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate will have a passion for hospitality, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience in food service, fine dining, or hospitality is preferred. This role involves taking orders, serving food and beverages, and ensuring guest satisfaction from start to finish. As a Server, your primary responsibility is to provide outstanding service by anticipating guest needs, offering recommendations, and fostering an enjoyable and inviting environment. Your dedication ensures that every guest has a remarkable and unforgettable experience. Duties/ Responsibilities • Warmly greet guests and present menus with enthusiasm to create a welcoming atmosphere., • Accurately take food and beverage orders using POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS., • Recommend and upsell menu items and specials to enhance the dining experience and boost sales., • Serve food and beverages promptly, ensuring high standards of presentation and sanitation., • Assist with food preparation and maintain cleanliness in the service area., • Build strong guest relations by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring overall satisfaction., • Process payments efficiently using cash handling through POS systems., • Clear and reset tables quickly while adhering to health and sanitation standards., • Collaborate effectively with kitchen staff and the host/hostess team to ensure seamless service operations., • Stay knowledgeable about menu offerings, ingredients, and dietary accommodations to assist guests confidently. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • High school diploma or GED required; associate degree in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or Business preferred., • Experience in airport-based or unionized food service operations is a plus., • ServSafe certification preferred or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire., • Previous experience in food service, restaurant, or hospitality industry preferred; fine dining experience is a plus, • Familiarity with POS systems such as TOAST, or similar platforms., • Strong customer service skills with a focus on guest relations and satisfaction., • Excellent time management skills to handle multiple tables efficiently during busy. hours, • Ability to upsell menu items confidently and effectively contribute to sales goals, • Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and proper food handling procedures, • Basic math skills for cashiering, billing, and cash handling tasks ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS: • Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week., • Stand and walk for extended periods (8–10 hours per shift)., • Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly., • Ability to work in both hot and cold environments., • Comfortable working in a high-traffic, fast-paced airport setting. BENEFITS: • Health, dental, and vision insurance., • Paid Time Off (PTO)., • Complimentary shift meals and concessions discounts., • Opportunities for advancement within MERA’s airport operations. NOTE: All employees must pass required airport background checks and obtain any necessary clearances to work in secured areas of JFK Terminal 8. Join our team where your hospitality skills can shine while delivering memorable experiences for our guests! Shift availability: • Day Shift (Required), • Night Shift (Required) Ability to Commute: John F. Kennedy International Airport, NY 11430 (Required) Work Location: In person

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  • Sales Associate
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    Sales Associate
    7 hours ago
    $21.25 hourly
    Full-time
    Queens, New York

    About the Role We are hiring a dynamic Sales Associate to support alchemy. and float between our flagship concept and our curated multi-brand kiosk program at JFK Terminal 8. This is a high-energy, performance-driven airport retail role serving global travelers. You will represent both our in-house brand and a rotating selection of NYC-based small businesses participating in our multi-brand collective. This position requires sales confidence, operational discipline, and adaptability. About alchemy. alchemy. is a New York–born lifestyle brand offering fragrance, jewelry, NYC apparel, accessories, and experiential retail. Through the T8 Retail Collective, we also operate a curated multi-brand kiosk program highlighting independent NYC-based businesses inside Terminal 8. You will play a key role in bringing both concepts to life. Core Responsibilities Sales & Revenue Performance • Proactively engage every customer, • Drive sales across multiple product categories and brands, • Confidently cross-sell between alchemy. and collective vendors, • Meet daily and weekly sales targets, • Maintain strong average transaction value (ATV) This is a sales-focused role — comfort with selling is essential. Multi-Brand Product Knowledge • Learn and communicate key selling points for multiple vendor brands, • Adapt quickly to new product assortments and rotating inventory, • Represent each brand professionally and accurately, • Answer customer questions with confidence and clarity Operations & Compliance • Maintain visual standards across both concepts, • Replenish inventory and monitor stock levels, • Accurately process POS transactions, • Support opening/closing procedures, • Comply with all JFK Terminal 8 security and operational guidelines, • Maintain airport badging eligibility Brand Representation • Serve as an ambassador for alchemy. and the T8 Retail Collective, • Maintain professional, polished appearance, • Bring positive, high-energy presence to the floor, • Communicate clearly with management regarding sales, inventory, or issues Qualifications • 1+ year retail or sales experience preferred, • Strong communication skills, • Comfortable initiating conversations, • Proven sales ability or strong desire to learn, • Highly reliable and punctual, • Able to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, • Must be eligible for airport security clearance

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