Lounge Server Jobs

POSITION OBJECTIVE
Serve food and beverage items to customers in a friendly, enthusiastic, professional and timely manner.
Essential Job Functions

• Take orders for and serve all food and beverage requests, using suggestive selling techniques.
• In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of supportive functions, to be solely determined by the manager based upon the particular requirements of the resort.
• Be aware of all cashiering procedures and the handling of all payment methods.
• Demonstrate a complete knowledge and understanding of the sequence of service, food and beverage core values, and Salamander DC service standards.
• Assist all guests (internal and external) with any inquiries or requests in a pleasant, helpful manner.
• Have full and complete knowledge of the menu and the wine list. The server should have knowledge of menu items, ingredients, preparation methods and garnishes for all dishes, to be able to guide the guest through the menu and make any suggestions or recommendations in the guests' interest.
• Actively participate in and follow all health and safety policies and procedures set out for Salamander DC
• Perform all opening, side and closing duties as well as all daily and weekly duties to the set standards as outlined in the Departmental Training Manual.
• Clear tables during service.
• Work effectively with all Service Professionals, such as culinary, server assistants ensuring efficient and effective teamwork.
• Ensure station and table set-ups are complete and perform various side duties as assigned by the F&B Operations Manager.
• Ensure that all work areas and stations are kept clean and tidy at all times
• Attend pre-shift, weekly and monthly meetings to be well-informed about events, promotions and other news concerning Salamander DC
• Understand and follow all procedures and policies as stated in the Cash Handling Policy.
• Understand how to operate the equipment used in the outlet and to protect all assets in the outlet and in the hotel.

Education/Experience

• A minimum of 6 months experience as a server in a full service establishment.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Responsible alcohol vendor certification preferred.
• Must be minimum age to serve alcohol.
• Must have a valid Food Safety certification.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Requirements

• Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perception.
• Must be able to exert well-paced ability to maneuver between functions occurring simultaneously.
• Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space.
• Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks.
• Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 250 lbs. frequently.
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for a minimum of 8 hours in length. Walking and standing are required for the majority of the work day and possibly for 8 hours or more.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors and other employees.
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.
• Most work tasks are performed indoors. Temperature is moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems; however, must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10°F) and kitchens (+110°F), possibly for one hour or more
• Must be able to lift trays of food or food items weighing up to 30 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to change activity frequently and cope with interruptions.
• Must be able to work effectively in a stressful environment, communicate with others, effectively deal with customers and accept constructive criticism from supervisors.