Dining Room Server

Migis Lodge on Sebago Lake; Casco (ME); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a seasonal resort where you can develop your hospitality skills while serving guests in a stunning lakeside setting. As a Dining Room Server, you'll enjoy flexible working hours and the chance to create lasting friendships with colleagues and guests alike. This role offers an excellent opportunity for personal growth and teamwork, all while providing exceptional service and enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Sebago Lake. Whether you're looking for a full-time or part-time position, this is a great first serving job with comprehensive training provided. Experience the joy of making guests feel welcome and valued in a picturesque environment!

Benefits

On Site Housing

Discounted stays and food & beverage

Flexible working hours

Access to resort activities

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and written.
• Knowledge of common food allergies and understanding of cross-contamination.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and take their orders accurately.
• Deliver food and beverages efficiently while maintaining quality standards.
• Assist guests with any needs during their dining experience.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Active Listening

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Point of Sale systems

Basic kitchen equipment

Job description

Migis Lodge on Sebago Lake is looking for Dining Room Servers for our seasonal resort. Flexible working hours!!! Each season we hire staff members who are willing to work hard to provide great guest service and to help us provide an idyllic vacation experience. As a Dining Room Server, you will be working a combination of Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner shifts. We offer three meals daily with indoor and outdoor options. We offer full and part-time seasonal employment for dining room servers. This is a great opportunity to learn the skills required to be a successful server, which will give you skills that can be transferred to future jobs. This position helps you grow your teamwork, communication, and patience skills. As a part of the Migis Lodge team, you will have the opportunity to experience all of the benefits Sebago Lake has to offer while developing your hospitality skills and personal relationships. You will meet amazing people from all over the world and the US. These are friendships that will last a lifetime! There are also many activities on-site to enjoy; disc golf, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and so much more. You will work hard but there are also many fun experiences to be had during your time here.

On Site Housing available for qualified candidates.

Hours: Part-time and full-time available (20 - 40 hours per week)
Compensation: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour, depending on experience + additional incentive payment of 7% total wages. This is not a tipped position.
Seasonal Position: May/June through October 2025 (flexible)
Start date: May/June 2025
Benefits: Discounted stays and food & beverage at affiliated properties.
Experience: We will provide training for enthusiastic candidates. Previous experience is not required.

Taking a job as a server at Migis allows you to work in one of the most beautiful settings on Sebago Lake at Maine's premiere Full American Plan Resort. Guests enjoy three meals a day and full use of the resort's activities as part of their rate. This is a great first serving job - we will provide all the training. The skills you learn at Migis can be a great stepping stone to other serving positions! You will learn all about proper service techniques, different foods and their preparations (our menu changes daily), food allergies, and safe food handling. You will have the chance to work with the same guests throughout their stay and develop a bond with "your" guests. A quick smile, an outgoing personality, and the ability to be quick on your feet are all key to success.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Maintain a neat and professional appearance with a properly cleaned uniform.
2. Greet guests warmly, politely, and in a timely manner once seated. Speak to guests with enthusiasm at all times.
3. Be prepared to answer questions about menu items and food preparation techniques and make suggestions about special menu items.
4. Understand order taking systems to clearly, accurately, and quickly convey guest orders to the kitchen.
5. Deliver food and beverage to tables in an efficient manner following appropriate table service techniques. Ensure that food is presented to diners as ordered and according to restaurant quality standards.
6. Be available to guests to assist with any needs, corrections, or additional items desired during service.
7. Be able to determine when guests have finished meals, clearing tables in an efficient manner.
8. Ability to safely operate restaurant equipment including, but not limited to, coffee makers, refrigeration, juice machines, soup warmers, toasters, point of sale systems, and other basic kitchen equipment.
9. Handle and communicate special orders and guest complaints in a professional manner.
10. Complete side work as assigned (resetting tables, stocking supplies, cleaning, etc.)
11. Participate in set up, execution, and clean up of banquet functions as outlined in Banquet Event Orders/Event Sheets.
12. Maintain food safety, service station, and personal cleanliness and sanitation standards as required.
13. Know who to notify in case of broken equipment or unsafe/unsanitary conditions.
14. Must be able to manually handle/lift/carry product up to 60 pounds between knee and shoulders.
15. Must have bilateral fine manipulation of both hands which may be repetitive for the entire shift.
16. Must be vertically mobile working in limited space for the entire shift.
17. Protect the assets of this property and Migis Hotel Group.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be eligible to work in the United States of America.
2. Previous food & beverage service work preferred, but not always required.
3. Ability to communicate in English, both orally and written, with guests and employees.
4. Ability to work as a part of a team.
5. Ability to understand verbal directions, as well as written menus, recipes, labels on foods and chemicals, and other workplace safety signage.
6. Active listening and observation skills.
7. Knowledge of common food allergies and understanding of cross-contamination issues.
8. Outgoing personality, with good oral comprehension, expression, and speech clarity.
9. Ability to work under pressure and deal with stressful situations during busy periods.