Server

DEPARTMENT: Terrace Restaurant

JOB TITLE: Server

REPORTS TO: Restaurant Managers

SUPERVISES: NA

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION:

To deliver prompt and excellent service to ensure an exceptional guest experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB DUTIES:

· Respond to guest requests in a timely, friendly, and efficient manner.

· Knowledge of the sequence of service: Explanation of daily specials, food order, mis-en-place for table, serve appetizer, serve entrée,

· Expected to record orders, present accurate bills, collect proper payment and secure payment until cashing out.

· Check with guest periodically to ensure satisfaction, dessert and coffee service, presentation of check.

· Ability to up-sell and increase check averages.

· Ensure cleanliness of side station and ensure supplies are available.

· Bus tables as next course becomes available.

· Remaining and being seen on the restaurant floor at all times.

· Transport all dirty tableware from dining room to dishwashing area for proper cleaning.

· Abide by hotel and sanitation guidelines.

· Knowledge of hotel programs and promotions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

· High intensity and a stressful environment as it pertain to cover counts.

· Must be able to lift and carry minimum of 30 pounds.

· Standing for 90 % of work shift is required.

· Activities include standing, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, handling, lifting, carrying, seeing, hearing, talking, walking.

SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

· Knowledge and identity of food items.

· Able to anticipate guest’s needs.

· Efficiency and attention to detail, maintaining a keen sense of urgency at all times.

· Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced work environment

· Must be self-directed, motivated and demonstrate exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills at all times.

· Ability to access and input information into Micros system.

· Ability to exert physical effort in transporting trays and wine buckets from service area to guest.

· Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision.

· Ability to work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.

· Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, associates may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

· Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Two years experience as a server preferred.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:

· Food Handler’s Certificate required.

· Must be minimum age to serve alcohol.

· CPR Certification and/or First Aid Training preferred.

NOTE:

This description excludes non-essential and marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the fundamental job duties. Furthermore, the specific examples in each section are not intended to be all-inclusive. Rather, they represent the typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Other job-related duties may be assigned by the associate’s supervisor. Furthermore, this description is subject to change, in the sole discretion of the Company, and in no way creates an employment contract, implied or otherwise, each colleague remains, always, an “at will” colleague.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The employer will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person