- Base Pay $20.00 - $20.00 / Hour
- Employee Type Non Exempt PT
- Required Degree NONE
Description
ABOUT 4ROOTS
4Roots is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to unearthing the power of food to build healthy communities. Rooted in the belief that food is central to the health of individuals, communities, and the planet, 4Roots serves as a catalyst for systemic change, addressing challenges in agriculture, education, sustainability, and social equity. Through regenerative farming, programs that combat food insecurity, and a commitment to reshaping the food system, we work to transform how communities think about, access, and interact with food. Our flagship 4Roots Farm Campus in Orlando serves as a dynamic community crossroads where individuals and organizations work together to build solutions for a better food future.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Culinary Hospitality Team Member supports the guest experience and front-of-house execution of 4Roots culinary events, with a primary focus on the ORIGIN at 4Roots dinner series and other culinary programs as assigned. This role provides polished, welcoming service in an open-air event environment while assisting with dining setup, table service, menu knowledge, guest engagement, event flow, and post-event breakdown.
Requirements
- Hospitality Background: 1+ years of experience in upscale dining, fine-dining service, boutique catering, or high-end private events.
- Poise & Presentation: Exceptional verbal communication, refined personal presentation, and professional composure in open-air event environments.
- Passion for Gastronomy: Keen interest in food, wine, beverage service, and the hospitality arts.
- Team-First Attitude: Strong collaborative spirit, agility, and grace under pressure during live dinner service.
- Schedule Availability: Availability for event-driven hours; ORIGIN event days typically run 4:00–10:00 PM. ORIGIN events are currently held once per month, with potential opportunities to support additional events and programming that may grow from the series.
- Certifications: Responsible Vendor / Alcohol Server certification and Food Handler certification preferred (or willing to obtain upon hire).
What You’ll Do as a Culinary Hospitality Team Member
- Comprehensive Event Support: Actively participate in the full lifecycle of dining events, including thorough pre-event setup and staging, seamless event execution, and organized post-event breakdown.
- Polished Table Service: Deliver synchronized, high-level multi-course service, beverage pairings, and table maintenance modeled after fine-dining standards.
- Primary Event Ambassadorship: Provide core front-of-house service for ORIGIN at 4Roots, while readily supporting emerging event formats as programming grows.
- Outdoor Event Flow: Navigate open-air dining areas seamlessly, coordinating between the outdoor kitchen line and guest seating to ensure smooth course pacing.
- Storytelling & Menu Knowledge: Master menu profiles, chef backgrounds, and ingredient sourcing to deliver compelling tableside descriptions.
- Guest Experience: Provide warm, attentive, and anticipatory service that exceeds guest expectations in a high-profile setting.
- Event Logistics: Assist with dining area staging, tablescapes, bar/service station setups, and organized post-event breakdown.
Why Join Us?
- Career Development: Fast-track your hospitality, service, and event-management skills with direct opportunities for advancement within the expanding 4Roots organization.
- High-Profile Exposure: Build your professional network alongside Chef Hari Pulapaka, premier regional culinary talent, and distinguished event guests.
- Daily Pay: Work today, get paid today!
- Impactful Culture: Contribute directly to a mission-driven organization shaping the future of food in Central Florida.