Fine Dining Back Server: Elevate Guest Experience

Toca Madera; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Toca Madera in Houston is seeking a Back Server to support the Server in delivering an exceptional dining experience. You will assist with greeting tables, beverage service, and table preparation while maintaining a polished, high-energy service style.

This role emphasizes guest communication, teamwork, and the ability to stand for long shifts and handle mid-level physical tasks. Fine dining experience is preferred, and availability on nights, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• A clean and professional appearance is required.
• Strong multitasking abilities and a diligent work ethic.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 35 lbs.
• Experience in fine dining or similar full-service establishment preferred.
• Available nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist Server with greeting tables when applicable
• Execute water service—pouring, refilling, maintaining water levels
• Ensure table is prepared for the upcoming course—silverware, plates, linen, etc.
• Ensure table is free of foreign objects, trash, unused plates and glassware
• Deliver beverages from the service bar to guests in their sections
• Request printed ticket from Server for each table to anticipate what items are coming
• Assist guests and communicate effectively from guest to server to kitchen staff
• Clear and reset tables in timely manner immediately after guests depart
• Spot check tables, floors, booths and chairs of entire section for trash and gum
• Clean up of any spills in sections and stock and maintain side stations
• Suggest cocktails and food items to guests and relay orders to the Server
• Shadow the Server – either the Back Server or Server must remain in section at ALL times

Skills

Multitasking

Professional appearance

Guest service

Stamina

Job description

Toca Madera in Houston is seeking a Back Server to support the Server in delivering an exceptional dining experience. You will assist with greeting tables, beverage service, and table preparation while maintaining a polished, high-energy service style.

This role emphasizes guest communication, teamwork, and the ability to stand for long shifts and handle mid-level physical tasks. Fine dining experience is preferred, and availability on nights, weekends, and holidays is required.