When you walk into one of our restaurants, you are met with a warm smile and the promise of an amazing Italian meal! Our menu features fresh, prepared-to-order classic dishes from regional Italian recipes, and the ambiance mirrors that of a lively family gathering. The common ingredient that creates our comforting Guest environment is the wonderful family; just like we nurture our dishes, we nurture our family members. We want YOU to be one of our key ingredients!
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the service of menu items and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to guests in a courteous and efficient manner in accordance with company standards.
- Assists in the maintenance of the restaurant and equipment area via opening and closing checklists.
- Directs, implements, and maintains a philosophy congruent with the company's culture, which serves as a guide to all staff members.
- Strives to create an operation that values company standards of Guest Service.
- Ensures that every point of contact with the Guest meets or exceeds expectations and creates a lasting impression to drive repeat business.
- Creates and contributes to a high-energy environment that promotes maximum engagement and enjoyment for the Team and the Guest.
- Communicates in an impactful and meaningful way with management and team members and fosters an open and respectful work environment.
- Models and executes company practices throughout the entire operation creating a high-energy environment for the team and guest alike.
- Demonstrates competence and confidence in making sound effective decisions that benefit the guest and team.
- Ensures prompt, friendly service according to company guidelines.
- Facilitates a professional and ethical manner that is beyond reproach.
- Ensures compliance when determining potentially intoxicated guests per company standards and procedures.
- Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies and procedures and service standards.
- Ensure proper documentation for all accidents and incidents per company policies and procedures.
- Maintain complete knowledge of all alcoholic menu items, liquor brands, beers, non-alcoholic selections, and daily specials.
- Maintain complete knowledge of and strictly abide by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated patrons, and driving while under the influence.
- Maintain complete knowledge of property layouts, table/seat/station numbers, proper table set ups, room capacity, hours of operation, price ranges, and dress codes.
- Maintains complete knowledge of all menu items, prices, preparation methods, cook time, major ingredients, quality standards, taste, the appearance of products, texture, serving temperature, garnish, and plate presentation.
- Greet guests and take orders utilizing suggestive selling and upselling techniques.
- Ability to be well organized, maintain concentration, and think clearly when providing service to multiple guests within any given period of time.
- Ability to exert physical effort in transporting food and beverages to guests. Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 lbs.
- Ability to maintain good coordination while serving orders quickly.
- Ability to endure abundant physical movements throughout the work area.
- Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision.
- Prepare guest checks and process credit cards while adhering to all cash handling and credit card procedures.
Minimum Requirements
- Meets minimum age requirement for the service of alcoholic beverages.