Server/Server Assistant

Server/Server Assistant

Houston, United States

Company
Navy Blue
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Poached Jobs

Job Description
Seeking passionate professionals to join our award-winning team!Navy Blue Restaurant, owned and operated by Michelin-starred Chef, Aaron Bludorn, is seeking talented, passionate and motivated hospitality professionals with casual fine dining experience. Navy Blue Restaurant is committed to superior quality and excellence in service fueled by a keen attention to detail and a strong work ethic. If this individual is you, please apply. Navy Blue Restaurant is located in the Rice Village at 2445 Times BLVD. What We Offer:Great earning potential: Competitive wages and consistent schedulesProfessional Development: Our sommeliers go beyond just taking orders and collaborate with ordering, selecting, and acting as ambassadors for the wines they loveOpportunity for growth: We love seeing our colleagues succeed and work hard to promote from within our team!Company-Sponsored insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability are available at low rates for you and your familyDaily family meal at the restaurant: Available to all staff before every serviceContinuous learning and education: Regular in-house trainings on wine, service, cocktails and more to help you shinePaid vacation: Begin accruing time on your first day that you can use towards vacationDining discount: All our staff are encouraged to dine at Bludorn at an employee rate (we love to take care of our team!)Above and Beyond: We work closely with Southern Smoke foundation (among other groups) and have opportunities for all staff to get involved in the community outside the restaurant About Navy Blue:Navy Blue is Chef Aaron Bludorn's Seafood restaurant in the Rice Village neighborhood. Following a decade working for legendary French chef Daniel Boulud in New York City, Aaron was lured to Houston (his wife, Victoria s hometown) by the welcoming spirit of Houstonians who embrace newcomers, especially in the culinary community.This is Chef Aaron, Victoria, and Cherif Mbodji's second restaurant in Houston. Their first restaurant is Bludorn, located at 807 Taft Street.
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Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs in United States

Q What is the federal minimum wage for non-tipped restaurant workers like cooks or dishwashers in the United States in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the federal minimum wage at $7.25 per hour for covered non-exempt workers, unchanged since July 24, 2009, and applicable in 2026. Overtime pay is required at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Many states have higher minimum wages exceeding $15 per hour.
Q What is the minimum cash wage for tipped servers in US restaurants in 2026 if tips don't meet the full minimum?
The federal minimum cash wage for tipped employees is $2.13 per hour as of 2026; employers must ensure tips plus cash wage equal at least $7.25 per hour or make up the difference. This rule applies to servers, bartenders, and bussers who customarily receive more than $30 per month in tips. Tip pooling is allowed if it benefits tipped employees only.
Q What is the median annual wage for waiters and waitresses in US restaurants in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median annual wage for waiters and waitresses at $36,460, or $17.53 per hour, based on May 2023 data serving as the benchmark for 2026. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $21,760, while the highest 10 percent earned more than $56,680 annually. Wages include tips as part of total earnings.
Q What visa is required for foreign workers to take seasonal restaurant jobs like servers in the US in 2026?
The H-2B visa allows temporary non-agricultural workers for seasonal restaurant jobs, with a statutory annual cap of 66,000 visas for FY 2026 split as 33,000 per half-year. Employers must obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL before filing Form I-129 with USCIS, with fees of $460 for the petition. Processing takes 2-4 months plus premium processing option for 15 days at $1,685.
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