Server Assistant

Southall; Southall; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier hospitality establishment in Southall is seeking an Assistant Server who will support the front server during dining service to ensure exceptional guest experience. Key responsibilities include setting up tables, assisting with food and beverage service, and maintaining cleanliness in the dining area. Must possess a high school diploma and the ability to lift 50 lbs. This role requires working weekends and holidays in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to push, pull, and lift 50 lbs.
• Available to work weekends, evenings, and/or holidays.
• Must be able to walk and stand for prolonged periods and work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Set tables with appropriate china, glass, and silver.
• Assist Front Servers with food and beverage service.
• Clear table after guests' departure.
• Organize and clean back-of-house areas.
• Prepare condiment and food items as needed.
• Provide guests with anticipatory service.

Skills

Team player

Strong sense of urgency

Open to continued education

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

At Southall, we are looking for team members to help us as we continue our journey to inspire culinary consciousness – showcasing fresh, seasonal fare that highlights the path from seed to plate. Our dining experiences take place just steps from where our ingredients are grown and raised.

Our two restaurants, Sojourner and January, each evoke a feeling of their own; Sojourner, our center of life in the Inn, where all are welcome to gather, and our all‑day and in‑room dining emanates from its kitchen. The vibe is elegant but casual. January, coming soon, will be open exclusively for dinner, with each meal dependent on the season and ingredients available for harvest. It is where our guests will come to share the joy of a meal with family and friends all while watching it all prepared in a state‑of‑the‑art open kitchen.

As an Assistant Server you will help us forge new and lasting connections with our guests who dine with us, showcasing our fresh, seasonal fare that highlights the path from seed to plate by supporting the front server during restaurant service in one of our two restaurants in order to provide an exceptional dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Properly set each table with the appropriate china, glass, and silver, based on the details of the reservation.
• Assist Front Servers with the service of food and beverage during the dining experience, including running of food and pre‑bussing of tables.
• Clear table of all items immediately following the guests’ departure.
• Organize and clean back‑of‑house area, including server and beverage stations.
• Stock linen, china, silver, and glassware for restaurant service and monitor quality and cleanliness of items.
• Prepare condiment and garnish items and food and beverage items as needed.
• Move and set up tables and chairs within the restaurant as required for operations.
• Provide guests with a warm welcome, anticipatory service, and fond farewell upon departure.
• Assist in other outlets when needed based on business levels.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Skills and Experience

• Team player.
• Strong sense of urgency.
• Open to continued education.

Education and Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Must be able to push, pull, and lift 50 lbs.
• Available to work weekends, evenings, and/or holidays.
• Must be able to walk and stand for prolonged periods as needed and be able to work in all weather conditions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Southall Farm and Inn is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Southall provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability or any other classification protected by law. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.