Food Server - Village Pub (Cimarron)

Ellis Island Casino; Cimarron (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan eligibility

Job summary

Ellis Island Casino is seeking a Food Server to provide exceptional customer service by taking orders and serving food and beverages. The role involves greeting guests, balancing trays, and ensuring timely communication with the kitchen.

Applicants should have at least six months of serving experience, meet state alcohol-serving age requirements, and possess a friendly demeanor. The position requires standing and walking for extended periods while carrying service trays.

Qualifications

• At least six months of experience in the food and beverage industry.
• Must meet state minimum age for serving alcoholic beverages.
• Comprehension of English both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Greeting and seating guests.
• Explaining the menu and making recommendations.
• Taking and accurately entering food and beverage orders.
• Communicating effectively with kitchen staff.
• Providing attentive service, including refilling drinks.

Skills

Food and beverage service

Customer service

Knowledge of health and safety practices

Effective communication

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

The Food Server is responsible for taking food and beverage orders, entering orders quickly and in proper sequence, serving food and beverages for guests in their section as well as other sections, coordinating with the kitchen to ensure timely service and quality of the food, and always providing the highest quality of service to the customer. Performs all other responsibilities as directed by the business or as assigned by management. This is a non‑exempt position and typically reports to the Kitchen Manager or Bar Manager.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Basic Life Insurance (included with the dental plan)
• Vision
• Short‑term Disability
• Combo plan covering accidents, hospitalizations, and critical illnesses
• Paid time off
• Eligibility to participate in a 401(k) retirement plan (after 6 months of successful employment)

Responsibilities

• Greeting and seating guests.
• Explaining the menu to guests and making recommendations.
• Taking food and beverage orders, noting any allergies guests may have, and accurately entering them into the ordering system.
• Communicating effectively with kitchen staff.
• Balancing dishes, drinks trays, and bringing them to the correct tables.
• Providing attentive service to guests by refilling drinks as needed.
• Providing excellent customer service to guests by checking in during meals.
• Performing duties such as setting tables, polishing glasses, folding napkins, and replenishing condiments as necessary.

Skills / Experience

• Requires at least six months of experience serving in the food and beverage industry.
• Must meet state minimum age for serving alcoholic beverages to guests.
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively interact with guests and fellow team members in a friendly, enthusiastic, and outgoing manner.
• Works well in a fast‑paced environment.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation practices.
• Comprehension of the English language both written and oral.

Physical Requirements

• Work outdoors less than 25% of the time.
• Must possess the ability to lift, bend, and kneel.
• Must be able to stand and walk swiftly for long periods of time while carrying large service trays.
• Ability to work in environments that can be smoky, noisy, hot, cold, or humid.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds without assistance and lift 50 pounds with assistance.

Core Values

• Service – Personalized, warm, and consistently exceptional customer service.
• Value – Committed to deliver quality products for great prices.
• Growth – Promote personal development and growth for all team members.
• Family – Create a family‑like environment by staying close to our guests and our team members.
• Passion – Work with passion and enthusiasm every day.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions required for this position. Duties and/or responsibilities may be subject to revision to meet business needs.

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.