Lead Server

Lead Server Jake's and Cooper's Wine Bar 4365 Main St, Philadelphia, PA, United States Full Time

• Hourly ($2.

83) plus tips

Expires:

Jun 19, 2026 Be an early applicant Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Jake's and Cooper's has been part of the Manayunk community since 1987. Family owned and operated, we have spent nearly four decades building a restaurant centered around warm hospitality, thoughtful food, serious wine, and genuine relationships with our guests and staff alike. We are currently seeking a professional, hospitality-driven Lead Server to join our front-of-house team. The position is ideal for someone who takes pride in service, thrives in a high-paced dining room, enjoys mentoring others, and understands that great hospitality is equal parts precision, warmth, and presence. Our dining rooms blend the energy of a neighborhood restaurant with the standards of a refined wine-focused establishment. We are looking for someone who can confidently lead a floor, communicate, clearly with both guests and staff, and help set the tone for service each shift. What we're looking for:

• Strong food, wine, beer, and cocktail knowledge
• or a genuine desire to continue learning.
• A calm, composed, solutions-oriented presence under pressure.
• Professionalism, punctuality, and accountability. Natural leadership qualities and the ability to help guide service flow.
• Experience in high-volume and/or polished casual upscale dining preferred.
• Someone who values hospitality as a craft, not just a transaction.

Position Details:

• Approximately 32-35 hours per week
• Sundays off
• Most Mondays off, aside from approximately 2 hours on the last Monday of each month for inventory help.
• Estimated annual earnings of approximately $50,000
• 55,000 in declared credit card tips, in addition to cash tips.
• Consistent scheduling and a supportive team environment.
• Opportunity for long term growth within a respected independent restaurant.

Responsibilies:

• Lead by example on the dining room floor.
• Deliver attentive, knowledgeable, and gracious guest service.
• Assist with service organization and team communication during shifts.
• Support newer staff members and help maintain service standards.
• Maintain strong menu and beverage knowledge.
• Help create an environment where guests feel genuinely welcomed and appreciated.

We believe hospitality is about making people cared for both guests and staff alike. We are proud of the culture we've built and are looking for someone who wants to contribute to it meaningfully. If you are passionate about hospitality, enjoy working with a close-knit professional team, and want to be part of a long-standing Manayunk restaurant with deep roots in the neighborhood, we would love to hear from you!

Compensation Details Compensation:

Hourly ($2.83) plus tips

Estimated Weekly Tips:

$1,100.00

Benefits & Perks:

Dining Discounts Required Skills Ability to Thrive in a High Paced Environment Mentoring and Training Skills Effective Communication Skills Team Leadership Conflict Resolution skills Adaptability under pressure Customer Relationship Management Attention to Detail