Formal Server

Myers Park Country Club, Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Same-day pay options

Paid time off and paid holidays

Complimentary meals during each shift

Job summary

Myers Park Country Club, Inc in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Formal Server to create an exceptional dining experience for members and guests. You are warm, attentive, and capable of recommending food and wine with precision and professionalism.

Excellence is the standard; you will maintain accuracy and consistency, greeting guests, presenting courses, and ensuring every detail is polished. The Byron Nelson Lounge hours extend evenings, weekends, and holidays with a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of service experience in fine dining restaurants or country clubs.
• Excellent communication, hospitable, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 35 pounds, stand for long periods, and climb stairs.
• Extensive knowledge of wine, wine service, and wine pairings.
• Ability to time the service of each course and mark the table for each course.
• Prior knowledge of spirits and cocktails.

Responsibilities

• Set the dining room with the proper linens, silverware, napkins, and glassware.
• Set up the side station and perform assigned side (prep) work.
• Learn members’ names and their special preferences.
• Greet and acknowledge members and guests and provide immediate attention to all members and guests upon seating.
• Serve tables efficiently in a friendly and courteous manner, offering suggestions on daily specials and wine selections.
• Follow proper formal service protocols, including proper bread service, wine service, and coursing out each three-to-six course meal.
• Facilitate proper service techniques, such as serving from the left and clearing from the right.
• Advise supervisor or manager of any complaints should they occur.
• Ensure that the correct member numbers and names are given for billing.
• Complete all closing duties assigned by the manager.

Skills

Service experience

Fine dining

Communication skills

Hospitality

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Job description

Description

As a Formal Server, you play an important role in creating an exceptional dining experience for our members and their guests. You are warm, welcoming and attentive, with the confidence to make thoughtful food and beverage recommendations and the commitment to consistently exceed expectations.

This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in getting the details right. Formal dining requires a high level of precision, consistency and professionalism. Every aspect of the experience, from service and timing to presentation, should be polished and intentional.

Excellence is the standard. Accuracy matters, and the details matter. Servers must be patient, conscientious and willing to check and double-check their work to ensure it is correct every time. We are looking for individuals who take pride in their work, hold themselves to a high standard and understand that exceptional service is in the details.

Requirements

• Set the dining room with the proper linens, silverware, napkins, and glassware.
• Set up the side station and perform assigned side (prep) work.
• Learn members’ names and their special preferences.
• Greet and acknowledge members and guests and provide immediate attention to all members and guests upon seating.
• Serve tables efficiently in a friendly and courteous manner, offering suggestions on daily specials and wine selections.
• Follow proper formal service protocols, including proper bread service, wine service, and coursing out each three-to-six course meal.
• Facilitate proper service techniques, such as serving from the left and clearing from the right.
• Advise supervisor or manager of any complaints should they occur.
• Ensure that the correct member numbers and names are given for billing.
• Complete all closing duties assigned by the manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of service experience in fine dining restaurants or country clubs.
• Excellent communication, hospitable, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule; including nights, weekends, and holidays. (The Byron Nelson Lounge is open Thursday-Saturday weekly, with service starting at 5:00 PM.)
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 35 pounds, stand for long periods of time, and climb stairs.
• Extensive knowledge of wine, wine service, and wine pairings.
• Ability to time the service of each course and mark the table for each course.
• Prior knowledge of spirits and cocktails.

Why Join Our Team?

Myers Park Country Club is one of the premier family clubs in the Charlotte area and can provide an elevated environment for those seeking opportunities in the professional service industry.

Benefits & Perks

We value the contributions of our team and are committed to supporting our employees both professionally and personally.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Same-day pay options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Complimentary meals during each shift

Join a team where your skills are valued and your hard work is recognized!