AM Server - Part Time

The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A luxury resort in Newport is seeking a part-time breakfast & lunch server to facilitate guest dining experiences. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of experience in the foodservice industry, good knowledge of food and wine, and a flexible schedule to accommodate weekends and holidays. Responsibilities include taking orders efficiently, ensuring guest satisfaction, and complying with food safety standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a prestigious establishment known for high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in the foodservice/hospitality industry.
• Experience at a luxury hospitality property preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the guest dining experience by taking orders and delivering items efficiently.
• Ensure satisfaction with beverages and meals, maintaining high-quality service.
• Comply with standards and upsell unique menu items.
• Accurately take and place orders using the POS system.
• Maintain restaurant equipment and cleanliness.

Skills

Food and wine knowledge

Customer service

Efficiency

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Company Description

The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection is a former mansion‑turned‑storied 33‑room luxury resort located in downtown Newport. Originally built in 1908 by scion Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt, the property is the coastal city’s social hub and a vibrant, historic gem waiting to be explored. Brimming with alluring eccentricities, the mansion has been meticulously restored to its glory, boasting elegant fireplaces and museum‑quality artwork in the welcoming lobby entrance, Mezzanine and Parlor Room. Dining options include The Dining Room at the Vanderbilt, which features a forward‑thinking menu of coastal New England classics, The Living Room, offering light bites and bar favorites, and The Conservatory, where guests can dine indoors as well as outdoors on the Garden Terrace. Guests can also enjoy evening drinks at the popular rooftop bar, The Roof Deck, which offers sweeping views of Newport Harbor. The Vanderbilt presents a spa and fitness center with indoor and outdoor pools, as well as a variety of local experiences, such as sailing journeys on the Newport coast, private culinary classes, and more.

For more information: auberge.com/vanderbilt

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Job Description

This position is for a part‑time breakfast & lunch server only.

• Facilitate the guest dining experience by taking orders, anticipating needs, and delivering all items efficiently.
• Relate with guests to ensure satisfaction with beverages and meals, maintaining a consistently heartfelt and high‑quality service.
• Comply with Auberge Collection standards and make thoughtful suggestions for upselling unique menu items.
• Accurately and quickly take and place orders, input them into the POS system, and handle billing.
• Operate, maintain, and clean restaurant equipment and fittings.
• Ensure the restaurant/outlets are tidy, organized, and follow safe food‑handling procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in the foodservice/hospitality industry.
• Good knowledge of food and wine. Experience at a luxury hospitality property preferred.
• Must be of minimum age to serve alcohol.
• Superior professional appearance and manner, good character to work in a fast‑paced team.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, according to department needs.
• Ability to obtain relevant state and local government certifications, such as food handlers certificate or alcohol training certifications, as applicable to the position.

Additional Information

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine and spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With hotels and resorts across three continents, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations. Please visit aubergeresorts.com to learn more about our Collection. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Linkedin, Facebook and Pinterest: @Auberge and #AlwaysAuberge.

Vanderbilt Hotel LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Vanderbilt Hotel LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vanderbilt Hotel LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.