Food Server - Fine Dining (FT/PT) (AM/PM)

Paycom - ATS; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with match

Life insurance

Free meals

Employee parking

Hotel room discounts

Referral bonus

Cellphone discounts

Gym membership

Job summary

Evans Hotels Lodge at Torrey Pines in La Jolla, CA is seeking a Food Server to provide courteous, timely and professional service in a fine dining setting. Mesero/a will present menus knowledgeably, greet guests warmly, and assist with menu recommendations to enhance the dining experience.

Candidates should have 2+ years in a fine dining environment, be available on weekends/holidays, and obtain a San Diego County Food Handler certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a fine dining or upscale restaurant setting.
• Ability to present menus confidently and suggestively sell.
• Weekend and holiday availability required.
• Must obtain San Diego County Food Handler certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Present menus and answer questions with professionalism.
• Use suggestive selling to stimulate sales.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and respond to requests promptly.
• Follow cash and credit card handling policies.

Skills

Customer service

Upselling

Cash handling

Education

San Diego County Food Handler certification

RBS certification

Tools

POS system

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Lodge - La Jolla , CA 92037, Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time, Salary Range: $19.00 - $19.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Day / Evening, Job Category: Restaurant - Food Service - Non Supervisory,

LOCATION

A.R. Valentien Located in the AAA Five Diamond rated resort, The Lodge at Torrey Pines in La Jolla, A.R. Valentien is a fine dining restaurant known for its exceptional seasonal cuisine, elegant atmosphere, and superior service. Executive Chef Eric Sakai sources only the best local provisions for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests dine in a timbered indoor-outdoor dining room overlooking the 18th hole of Torrey Pines Golf Course. The Lodge at Torrey Pines is owned by Evans Hotels, LLC, a family-owned and operated business committed to supporting and enhancing employee well-being through a variety of programs that nurture our staff professionally and personally. We offer hands‑on manager and leadership training, employee appreciation days, and staff awards and recognition. Our team is also dedicated to serving our community through initiatives like company‑wide beach clean‑ups and volunteer opportunities.

SUMMARY

The Food Server ("Mesero/a")provides a courteous, timely and professional service in the restaurant, shows complete knowledge of all menus and pricing, as well as a proactive, customer-oriented attitude. Welcome our guests with a smile and with a friendly, courteous greeting.

PAY & PERKS

• Compensation: $19.00**
• Earn $1000for Culinary, Engineering, Housekeeping, and$350for all other roles foreachhired referral at any Evans Hotels property.
• Discounted Hotel Rooms for you, family and friends.
• Free Employee Parking and/or discounted MTS Pronto card.
• Free Meals & Refreshments during working shifts.
• Career advancement opportunities!
• Health (including SIMNSA), Dental, Vision, 401k with match, life insurance, sick and vacation time.
• Discounts on cell phone bills, shoes, gym memberships, and more!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Cordially and professionally presents menu, answers questions, and makes suggestions regarding food and service.
• Employs suggestive selling techniques to stimulate sales.
• Actively observes diners to respond to any additional requests and to determine when meal has been completed.
• Checks with the guest after 3-4 minutes after serving the meals, in order to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Follows cash and credit card handling policies at all times.
• Is responsible for entire section of tables (cleanliness, sanitation, organization, etc.).
• Is responsible for complete knowledge of menus, including cooking time, ingredients, etc.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as directed by the leadership team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 2 years of relevant experience and/or training.
• Prior experience in a fine dining or upscale restaurant environment preferred.
• Availability to work on weekends and holidays is required.
• Must be able to attain a valid San Diego County Food Handler certification upon hire. Evans Hotels will provide this training and is to be completed at the company’s expense.
• RBS certification required.
• Ability to always maintain a friendly, professional, team-oriented, positive demeanor and diplomatic attitude, especially under stress or challenges.
• Ability to stand, kneel, squat for prolonged periods of time, up to and including, the entire shift and lift up to 25 lbs.
• The following position will be filled in accordance with the process set forth in California Labor Code Section 2810.8 and San Diego Municipal Code 311.0101 et. seq.

**The pay scale posted is the salary or hourly wage range that the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position during the first year of employment. The posted range does NOT include potential additional types of compensation, such as gratuities, service charges, commissions, or bonuses. Actual compensation offered may fluctuate based on qualifications and/or experience.