August 7, 2026
485 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10017
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Please note that the hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining work authorization documents.Summary
Sous Chef – Job DescriptionA strong background in Asian cuisine is essential.The Sous Chef plays a key leadership role in supporting the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine in the daily operation of the kitchen.This position helps oversee the culinary team during service, ensuring that all dishes are prepared and presented in accordance with the restaurant’s quality, consistency, and presentation standards.The Sous Chef supports the training and development of the culinary team while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, organization, and cleanliness in a high-volume, luxury hospitality environment.Key Responsibilities• Support the management of daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient service.• Supervise and guide cooks during service while maintaining a calm and organized kitchen environment.• Assist in the preparation and execution of authentic and contemporary Asian cuisine, including wok cooking, tandoor, dim sum, curries, sushi, and sashimi.• Ensure all dishes meet the restaurant’s presentation, quality, and flavor consistency standards.• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, cleanliness, and sanitation in compliance with health and safety regulations.• Support the training, mentoring, and development of junior cooks and culinary trainees, including international hospitality students.• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and multicultural team environment.• Assist with inventory control, product ordering, and minimizing food waste.• Maintain organization and efficiency within all kitchen stations.Requirements• Previous experience in a professional culinary environment, preferably in an upscale or luxury restaurant.• Strong knowledge of Asian cuisines, including Indian, Thai, Chinese, or Japanese culinary techniques.• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen while maintaining attention to detail.• Excellent teamwork, leadership, and communication skills.• Strong commitment to quality, consistency, and culinary excellenceThe Setai.
The Setai.Arrive at a place that embraces you in its serenity. That whispers with an unmistakable imprint of grace and timelessness. That is a melding of inspiration and location.The Setai offers a refreshing balance between the sizzling South Beach scene and a serene tropical hideaway. The luxurious oceanfront environment combines the Asian traditions of simplicity and elegance with the Art Deco history of South Beach to create an intimate, private world coveted by discerning travelers.A melding of inspiration and setting, The Setai embraces in its serenity while connecting guests with what has always been the area's greatest attraction: the beach, the sun, the culture, and the nightlife.The ideal candidate for this position must have prior experience in a highly visible customer focused role in a luxury hotel or fine dining restaurant. Must have the ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Candidates must be highly polished and understand the art of luxury hospitality. Impeccable professionalism, eloquent mannerisms and exceptional command of English is highly desired. The ability to speak other languages is preferred.ESSENTIAL WORK SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:
Arrive at a place that embraces you in its serenity. That whispers with an unmistakable imprint of grace and timelessness. That is a melding of inspiration and location.
Arrive at a place that embraces you in its serenity. That whispers with an unmistakable imprint of grace and timelessness. That is a melding of inspiration and location.The Setai offers a refreshing balance between the sizzling South Beach scene and a serene tropical hideaway. The luxurious oceanfront environment combines the Asian traditions of simplicity and elegance with the Art Deco history of South Beach to create an intimate, private world coveted by discerning travelers.A melding of inspiration and setting, The Setai embraces in its serenity while connecting guests with what has always been the area's greatest attraction: the beach, the sun, the culture, and the nightlife.The ideal candidate will be a self-starter and have a strong food and beverage background in a luxury hotel setting. Must have the ability to manage time effectively and have impeccable organizational skills. Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, push up to 100 pounds, bend, stoop and walk stairs and hotel corridors.The Setai recognizes that employee benefits are an important component of your total compensation. We are pleased to offer a competitive benefit package for all full time employees including many programs unique to our hotel.What we offer:Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceShort Term Disability InsuranceRetirement plan - 401(k) programGenerous Paid Time Off ProgramBereavement PayJury Duty PayFood & Beverage DiscountsSpa DiscountsEmployee Referral ProgramDuty MealsUniforms & Maintenance of Uniforms
Parking privileges are not offered with this position.Qualifications & Requirements
The Uniform Room Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the uniform room, including issuing and collecting uniforms, maintaining accurate inventory records, and keeping the area clean and organized. This role supports all departments by ensuring uniforms are available, tracked properly, and meet company standards.
The Barback at The Setai plays a critical support role within the bar operation, ensuring seamless service in a luxury, Forbes-rated environment. This position requires attention to detail, efficiency, and a strong commitment to excellence while supporting bartenders in delivering an elevated guest experience.
JOB SUMMARY: Provides personalized service to guests and residents and responds to all guest requests, in a manner that is efficient, friendly, courteous, and informative, meeting The Setai’s exemplary levels.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Receiving and recording reservations via telephone, e-mail, and in-person
*The hotel is not able to assist candidates in obtaining work authorization documents*
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:Must have a bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field, AND a minimum of three (3) years' experience in a Food & Beverage position in a luxury hotel environment, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.The Setai recognizes that employee benefits are an important component of your total compensation. We are pleased to offer a competitive benefits package for all full-time employees including many programs unique to our hotel. What we offer:
The Assistant Chief Concierge supports the Chief Concierge in delivering exceptional, personalized guest experiences in alignment with Forbes Travel Guide and Leading Hotels of the World standards. This role acts as a leader within the Concierge team, ensuring service excellence, operational consistency, and anticipatory guest care while serving as a hands-on luxury service professional and brand ambassador for the property.
The Setai.Arrive at a place that embraces you in its serenity. That whispers with an unmistakable imprint of grace and timelessness. That is a melding of inspiration and location.The Setai offers a refreshing balance between the sizzling South Beach scene and a serene tropical hideaway. The luxurious oceanfront environment combines the Asian traditions of simplicity and elegance with the Art Deco history of South Beach to create an intimate, private world coveted by discerning travelers.A melding of inspiration and setting, The Setai embraces in its serenity while connecting guests with what has always been the area's greatest attraction: the beach, the sun, the culture, and the nightlife.The ideal candidate for this position must have prior experience in a highly visible customer focused role in a luxury hotel or fine dining restaurant. Must have be organized and have the ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Candidates must be highly polished and understand the art of luxury hospitality. Impeccable professionalism, eloquent mannerisms and exceptional command of English is highly desired. The ability to speak other languages is preferred.The Setai recognizes that employee benefits are an important component of your total compensation. We are pleased to offer a competitive benefit package for all full time employees including many programs unique to our hotel.The hotel is not able to assist candidates in obtaining work authorization documents.What we offer:Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceShort Term Disability InsuranceRetirement plan - 401(k) programGenerous Paid Time Off ProgramBereavement PayJury Duty PayFood & Beverage DiscountsSpa DiscountsEmployee Referral ProgramDuty MealsUniforms & Maintenance of Uniforms
Arrive at a place that embraces you in its serenity. That whispers with an unmistakable imprint of grace and timelessness. That is a melding of inspiration and location.The Setai offers a refreshing balance between the sizzling South Beach scene and a serene tropical hideaway. The luxurious oceanfront environment combines the Asian traditions of simplicity and elegance with the Art Deco history of South Beach to create an intimate, private world coveted by discerning travelers.A melding of inspiration and setting, The Setai embraces in its serenity while connecting guests with what has always been the area's greatest attraction: the beach, the sun, the culture, and the nightlife.We are now looking for aspiring Front Desk Agents to join our outstanding team. Our ideal candidate is passionate about and naturally skilled at achieving Total Guest Satisfaction while demonstrating decorum and discreteness. You must have at least 2 years of experience as a front desk agent in a luxury hotel or 3 years in a boutique or high-end independent hotel. Most of all you must live and breathe Hospitality.The Setai recognizes that employee benefits are an important component of your total compensation. We are pleased to offer a competitive benefit package for all full-time employees including many programs unique to our hotel.What we offer:Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceShort Term Disability InsuranceRetirement plan - 401(k) program.Generous Paid Time Off ProgramBereavement PayJury Duty PayFood & Beverage DiscountsSpa DiscountsEmployee Referral ProgramDuty MealsUniforms & Maintenance of Uniforms