Bistro/Restaurant Server

Shamin Hotels Master; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 8,808 - 12,544; Full time

Job summary

Shamin Hotels in Richmond, VA is seeking a Restaurant Server to deliver exceptional guest service and a positive dining experience. You will take orders, serve meals and beverages, and attend to guests' needs in a courteous, efficient manner.

Ideal candidates bring a friendly hospitality mindset, a willingness to learn, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Training is provided, with opportunities to grow within our expanding portfolio of hotels.

Qualifications

• Customer service oriented with focus on guest satisfaction.
• Strong communication with guests and team members.
• Accurate order taking and handling transactions.
• Collaborative team player in a fast-paced restaurant.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to stand/walk for extended periods and lift trays.

Responsibilities

• Greeting Guests: Welcome guests to the restaurant in a friendly and welcoming manner, and escort them to their tables.
• Menu Knowledge: Have a thorough understanding of the menu offerings, including food and beverage options, specials, and promotions, and be able to provide recommendations to guests as needed.
• Order Taking: Take food and beverage orders from guests accurately and efficiently, ensuring special requests or dietary restrictions are noted and communicated to the kitchen staff.
• Serving: Serve food and beverages to guests in a timely and professional manner, ensuring accuracy and presentation standards are met.
• Upselling: Utilize suggestive selling techniques to promote additional menu items, specials, or beverages to enhance the guest experience and increase sales.
• Table Maintenance: Monitor and maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned tables and dining areas throughout the meal service.
• Guest Interaction: Engage with guests in a courteous and attentive manner, addressing any questions or concerns they may have and ensuring their needs are met throughout their dining experience.
• Billing and Payment: Present bills to guests, process payments accurately, and handle cash and credit card transactions following established procedures.
• Teamwork: Collaborate with kitchen staff, bartenders, and other restaurant team members to ensure smooth operations and excellent service.

Skills

Customer focus

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Flexibility

Stamina

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Richmond, VA 23235
• Salary Range: $7.75 - $7.75 Hourly

Shamin Hotels invites you to join our team! Whether you're greeting guests with a friendly smile, assisting them with their needs, or going the extra mile to ensure their stay is nothing short of perfect, your dedication to service excellence will shine through in everything you do. We are seeking candidates with a wide variety of knowledge, skills, and experiences to contribute to our continued success. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, we have opportunities for you to grow and excel with us!

Why Should You Work for Shamin Hotels?

Endless Opportunities! With over 70 hotels in our portfolio and plans for further expansion, there are endless opportunities for growth and advancement at Shamin Hotels. Whether you're interested in front‑line operations, corporate management, or hotel development, we have opportunities for you to shine.

Advancement! We're proud of our track record of promoting from within. At Shamin Hotels, we're committed to nurturing talent and providing opportunities for our employees to thrive. Join us and be part of a company where your potential is limited only by your ambition. We look forward to welcoming you to the Shamin Hotels family!

Position Overview

As a Restaurant Server, you will play a key role in providing excellent customer service and ensuring a positive dining experience for our guests. You will be responsible for taking orders, serving food and beverages, and attending to guests' needs in a courteous and efficient manner.

Essential Job Functions

• Greeting Guests: Welcome guests to the restaurant in a friendly and welcoming manner, and escort them to their tables.
• Menu Knowledge: Have a thorough understanding of the menu offerings, including food and beverage options, specials, and promotions, and be able to provide recommendations to guests as needed.
• Order Taking: Take food and beverage orders from guests accurately and efficiently, ensuring special requests or dietary restrictions are noted and communicated to the kitchen staff.
• Serving: Serve food and beverages to guests in a timely and professional manner, ensuring accuracy and presentation standards are met.
• Upselling: Utilize suggestive selling techniques to promote additional menu items, specials, or beverages to enhance the guest experience and increase sales.
• Table Maintenance: Monitor and maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned tables and dining areas throughout the meal service.
• Guest Interaction: Engage with guests in a courteous and attentive manner, addressing any questions or concerns they may have and ensuring their needs are met throughout their dining experience.
• Billing and Payment: Present bills to guests, process payments accurately, and handle cash and credit card transactions following established procedures.
• Teamwork: Collaborate with kitchen staff, bartenders, and other restaurant team members to ensure smooth operations and excellent service.

Top Requirements

• Team Up: Be Golden, Collaborate and Help Others Succeed.
• Own It: Be a role model, Embrace Responsibility and Keep Learning.
• Passionately Serve: Be Positive, Care Deeply and Create Memories.

About Us

In a story of entrepreneurial spirit and partnership, P.C. Amin and his brother-in-law B.N. Shah embarked on a remarkable venture in 1978. They seized an opportunity, purchasing a bankrupt hotel in Lumberton, North Carolina. United by their vision and commitment to excellence, they merged their names, Shah and Amin, to create Shamin Hotels. Today, Shamin Hotels stands as a testament to their legacy, having grown into the largest hotel owner and operator in Virginia, with over 70 hotels spanning multiple states.

Qualifications

• Previous Experience: Previous experience as a server in a restaurant or hospitality setting is preferred but not required. We welcome candidates with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Customer Focus: Passion for providing exceptional customer service and creating memorable dining experiences for guests.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with guests and team members in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and accuracy in order taking, serving, and handling transactions.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry trays of food and beverages.

Shamin Hotels is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds.