Job Description

Employment Type: Full-Time, Non Exempt
Schedule: 35-40 hours per week
Reports To: General Manager/Bar Manager About The Mulberry

Opening Fall 2025 in Sawtelle, The Mulberry is a modern Korean American restaurant reimagining the neighborhood bistro. Our team brings experience from celebrated restaurants like Benu, Marea, Daniel, abc Jean-Georges, 53 at MoMA, and the world of Anthony Bourdain.

We blend Korean heritage with precise technique and California ingredients, with a deep respect for fermentation, flavor, and fire. Our menu is playful yet rooted in tradition, offering bold interpretations of Korean American comfort food.

Designed in collaboration with Matt Winter, the space balances swanky elegance with thoughtful comfort. A full bar, curated wine list, and standout pastry program complete the experience.

At The Mulberry, we’re building a disciplined, joyful kitchen culture grounded in excellence, pride, and shared ambition. This is a rare opportunity to join one of LA’s most anticipated openings from the ground up.

• Provide warm, attentive, and professional service to all guests, ensuring a memorable dining experience.
• Present menus, answer questions about dishes, beverages, and specials, and make thoughtful recommendations.
• Accurately take guest orders and enter them into the POS system.
• Deliver food and beverages promptly, ensuring accuracy and proper presentation.
• Perform food runner duties, including coordinating with the kitchen and expediting plates to guests.
• Assist with bussing responsibilities: clearing tables, resetting them quickly, and ensuring dining areas remain clean and organized.
• Cover bar shifts when needed, including preparing cocktails, pouring wine, and providing bar guests with excellent service.
• Maintain strong knowledge of the wine list, cocktails, and spirits to guide guests in their selections.
• Communicate guest allergies and dietary restrictions clearly and accurately to the kitchen and bar to ensure safe preparation.
• Monitor guest satisfaction throughout the meal, responding promptly to requests or concerns.
• Maintain polished personal presentation in alignment with restaurant standards.
• Support teammates by assisting with side work, polishing glassware and silverware, restocking service areas, and maintaining par levels.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
• Handle payments accurately, processing checks and closing out tables in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with hosts, kitchen staff, and management to ensure smooth service flow.
  Uphold restaurant policies, service standards, and guest experience goals at all times.

• Minimum 1–2 years of serving experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Knowledgeable in wine, cocktails, and spirits; able to make recommendations with confidence.
• Strong communication and multitasking skills with the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Team-oriented, flexible, and willing to support all aspects of service (including running, bussing, and bar coverage).
• Polished personal presentation and professional demeanor.
• Punctual, reliable, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs.
• Valid California Food Handler’s Certification required.
• Valid Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Certification required.

• We are a non-tipping establishment and work off a very unique bonus system.
• Hourly Pay: $25-$35 (based on experience)
• Open Wednesday through Sunday for dinner only + weekend brunch! 
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

The Mulberry is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

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