Lead Server

Job Title: Lead Server – Private Luxury Residence

Location: Private Residences (Travel within one hour radius of primary residence)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Travel Required: Potential to assist at out-of-state residences

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced, polished, and service-driven Lead Server to join our private service team within a luxury family residence. This full-time role requires a dynamic individual who can deliver an unparalleled hospitality experience and take ownership of all aspects of food and beverage service in both private and event settings. This position requires a flexible, hands-on leader with strong bartending skills, impeccable service standards, and the ability to create memorable experiences for the family and guests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Primary Service Role when principals are in residence:
  • Execute formal and informal meal service (lunch, dinner, late-night)
  • Full-service bartending: create and serve cocktails, manage bar setup, curate and execute beverage programs
  • Lead all dining and event service, including table setting, drinkware/silverware setup, plating, and chafing dish presentation
  • Provide professional service during private in-home events & business meetings
  • Set and maintain the tone and energy of all guest-facing experience
• Leadership & Oversight:
  • Lead and direct a team of 4–6 servers across various settings
  • Ensure seamless execution and flow of service during all meals and events
  • Train, coach, and delegate tasks effectively to the service team
• Beverage Program Management
  • Create seasonal beverage menus tailored to the family’s preferences
  • Manage alcohol, wine, and bar inventory using digital tracking systems
  • Recommend upgrades with luxury vendor options and budgets
• Event & Catering Coordination:
  • Collaborate with local catering teams on menu development and event logistics.
  • Serve as concierge and family liaison for service and logistics at corporate events
  • Assist with setup, coordination, and breakdown of offsite and onsite functions

Required Experience & Skills

• Preferably 5 years fine dining, private service, or luxury hospitality environment (e.g., Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton, private estates)
• Proven bartending and beverage service skills; knowledge of mixology and wine
• Experience managing or leading service staff in upscale settings
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to read the room and adapt
• Excellent communication skills and a charismatic, guest-forward personality
• Tech-savvy; familiar with digital inventory tools and presentation software

Key Attributes

• Warm, confident, and polished presence
• Flexibility & positive ‘can do’ attitude with a focus on collaboration and adaptability
• Natural leader who takes initiative and maintains control of the service flow
• Passion for hospitality and creating exceptional guest experiences

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience in fine dining service, wine and beverage expertise, and team leadership to kevin@harperjobs.com. All inquiries will be handled with complete discretion.