Bohemia Manor Farm | Restaurant Server

Bohemia Manor Farm; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 5,500 - 8,300; Full time

Job summary

Bohemia Manor Farm is seeking a welcoming Restaurant Server to deliver exceptional dining experiences at Harvest & Tide, a waterfront, farm-to-table concept in Chesapeake City. The ideal candidate loves food, wine, and hospitality, thriving in a fast-paced setting while providing attentive service that reflects the estate’s refined dining standards.

Experience in full-service dining and knowledge of wine pairings are valued, with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Prior serving experience in a full-service restaurant preferred.
• Wine knowledge a plus.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Alcohol service certification (e.g., TIPS) preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet and serve guests with warm, professional hospitality throughout their dining experience
• Present menus, explain daily specials, and make food and wine pairing recommendations aligned with Harvest & Tide's seasonal, locally sourced offerings
• Accurately take and enter food and beverage orders, relaying special requests or dietary needs to the kitchen
• Deliver food and beverages promptly, checking in with guests to ensure satisfaction
• Process guest checks and payments accurately
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of dining areas, service stations, and table settings
• Collaborate with kitchen and bar staff to ensure smooth, well-timed service
• Support setup and breakdown of the dining room and seasonal outdoor service, including Augie's on the Boh waterfront bar
• Uphold Vivamee's hospitality standards and all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines

Skills

Guest service

Wine knowledge

Communication

Alcohol service knowledge

Job description

Bohemia Manor Farm | A VIVÂMEE Hospitality Signature Collection

Bohemia Manor Farm and Winery is a premier waterfront estate in Chesapeake City, Maryland, spanning 368 acres with over two miles of scenic shoreline along the Bohemia River. The property features a historic Georgian-style manor, luxury accommodations, a thriving vineyard, and a full-service winery and event destination.

At VIVÂMEE Hospitality, our culture is grounded in our core virtues:

• JOY – We genuinely enjoy serving others and winning together as a team


• HUMILITY – We respect and uplift one another, always willing to learn and support


• MINISTRY – We view hospitality as a meaningful act of service, creating transformative guest experiences

We hire, develop, and recognize team members based on these values. Candidates who are inspired to grow within these virtues will thrive in our organization.

Position Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and service-oriented Restaurant Server to provide exceptional dining experiences for guests at Harvest & Tide. The ideal candidate is passionate about food, wine, and hospitality, excels in a fast-paced environment, and is committed to delivering attentive, personalized service that reflects Bohemia Manor Farm's waterfront, farm-to-table dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and serve guests with warm, professional hospitality throughout their dining experience


• Present menus, explain daily specials, and make food and wine pairing recommendations aligned with Harvest & Tide's seasonal, locally sourced offerings


• Accurately take and enter food and beverage orders, relaying special requests or dietary needs to the kitchen


• Deliver food and beverages promptly, checking in with guests to ensure satisfaction


• Process guest checks and payments accurately


• Maintain cleanliness and organization of dining areas, service stations, and table settings


• Collaborate with kitchen and bar staff to ensure smooth, well-timed service


• Support setup and breakdown of the dining room and seasonal outdoor service, including Augie's on the Boh waterfront bar


• Uphold Vivamee's hospitality standards and all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines

Qualifications

• Prior serving experience in a full-service restaurant preferred


• Working knowledge of food and beverage service standards; wine knowledge a plus


• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Must meet Maryland's minimum age requirement to serve alcohol; alcohol service certification (e.g., TIPS) preferred or willingness to obtain


• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during shifts


• Ability to lift and carry up to 25–35 lbs (trays, table settings, supplies)


• Ability to work indoors and in seasonal outdoor/waterfront service areas

What We Offer

• Growth opportunities within VIVÂMEE Hospitality


• Collaborative and values-driven culture


• Opportunity to work in a unique, high-end event environment


• Pay rate: $4 plus tips

Disclaimer

“This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).”

Bohemia Manor Farm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In Compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, Bohemia Manor Farm may provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodation with the employer.