Food Server

Position: Server / Busser / Food Runner / Cashier

Location: Sudwerk Brewing Co.

Pay: $16.90 per hour + tips eligible

Reports To: Hospitality Manager & Assistant General Manager

Job Type: Part-time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

About Sudwerk Brewing Co.

Founded in 1989 in Davis, California, Sudwerk Brewing Co. is an award-winning hospitality company recognized for quality food and beer, service, and community involvement.

We are seeking energetic, dependable, and guest-focused team members who are interested in hospitality, restaurants, and community.

Position Summary

The Server / Busser / Food Runner / Cashier is a key hospitality team member responsible for delivering friendly, efficient, and attentive guest service. This role supports front-of-house operations by assisting guests throughout their dining experience while helping maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide welcoming and attentive hospitality to guests
• Take food and beverage orders accurately using the Toast POS system
• Process guest payments efficiently and accurately
• Deliver food and beverages safely and promptly
• Understand menu items and answer guest questions
• Monitor guest satisfaction and communicate concerns to management
• Pre-bus and bus tables to maintain cleanliness standards
• Assist with side work, restocking, running food, cleaning stations, and maintaining dining areas
• Maintain knowledge of current menu offerings, beer selections, and promotions
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures
• Upsell menu items and specials to enhance guest satisfaction and increase sales.
• Monitor guest needs throughout their dining experience, respond promptly to requests, and ensure guest comfort.

Minimum Qualifications & Skills

• Previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred, but not required
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
• Must meet California minimum age requirements to serve alcoholic beverages
• California Food Handler Card, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
• California Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8+ hours)
• Ability to lift and carry 35 lbs or more
• Availability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to manage time effectively during busy shifts while maintaining attention to detail.

Schedule

• Expected hours: 8-24 hours per week
• 4 to 8 hour shifts available
• Day, evening, morning, night, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required

Benefits

• Employee discount
• Flexible scheduling

Work Location

In person at Sudwerk Brewing Co.

Applicants should be able to reliably commute to Davis, CA or plan to relocate before starting employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sudwerk Brewing Co. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

California Applicant Notice

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Sudwerk Brewing Co. participates in E-Verify as required by law.

Pay: From $16.90 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training

License/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person