Front Server

Big Canyon Country Club Careers; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Big Canyon Country Club in Newport Beach, CA is seeking a Front Server for a part-time, guest-focused dining team. You will take food and drink orders, describe daily specials, and uphold table maintenance with a courteous, professional demeanor.

Candidates should have customer service experience, wine service at table side, knowledge of POS, and availability on weekends, evenings, holidays, and events. Fine dining experience is a plus in this private club setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of a la carte dining and wines/spirits service.
• Basic understanding of wines & spirits.
• Responds to Member inquiries and records orders accurately in the POS.
• Identify Members’ dietary needs in the POS.
• Run food from expo line to tables and bar.
• Maintain table settings by replenishing utensils and water glasses.
• Ensure Members are satisfied with the food served and charges are accurate.
• Prepare dining room by polishing silver and setting tables.

Responsibilities

• Take food and drink orders and describe daily specials.
• Oversee ongoing table maintenance and service flow.
• Assist members with questions about dining and chef specials.

Skills

Customer service

Wine service

POS knowledge

Weekend/evening availability

Fine dining

Tools

POS system

Job description

Job Details

Job DetailsJob Location: Headquarters - Newport Beach, CA 92660Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $23.00 - $32.00 HourlyJob Category: Restaurant - Food ServiceBig Canyon Country Club is a private, member-owned club dedicated to developing its team and creating exceptional hospitality experiences for members and their families. Since opening for play on May 5, 1971, Big Canyon has earned recognition as one of the nation’s most prestigious clubs. In 2026, the golf course was restored by Andrew Green, one of the industry’s most respected and sought-after restoration specialists. Today, the Club offers a welcoming retreat where generations of families gather to enjoy exceptional golf, dining, recreation, and companionship in a relaxed setting. Reconstructed in 2009, the 70,000-square-foot clubhouse features a variety of indoor and outdoor dining venues, elegantly appointed banquet facilities, and private locker areas. Beyond golf and dining, members enjoy wellness amenities designed to support healthy, active lifestyles.

Front Server- Part Time

The Front Server will assist members by placing food and drink orders, provide information about daily specials, and oversee ongoing table maintenance. This position requires attention to detail, follow through, and the ability to multitask while maintaining a courteous and professional demeanor.

Duties & Expectations

• Must have knowledge of a la carte dining, as well as wines and spirits service
• Must have a basic understanding of wines & spirits
• Responds to Member inquiries about food preparation, cocktails, courses, and chef specialties, all while accurately recording their orders
• Identifying Members’ special dietary needs and special requests in the POS
• Keep kitchen staff informed by noting timing of meal progression in the POS
• Running food from expo line to tables and bar
• Maintains table setting by removing courses as completed, replenishing utensils, and refilling water glasses
• Ensure that the Members are completely satisfied with the food served
• Accurately charge members for items purchased
• Prepare room for dining by polishing silver, setting decorations, condiments, candles, napkins, service plates, and utensils
• Additional duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager

QualificationsSkills & Qualifications

• Previous customer service experience required
• Ability to do wine service at table side while maintaining professionalism and engaging in conversation with member(s)
• Intermediate knowledge of service styles and etiquette such as appropriate table settings, the sequence of service & wine service
• Must have previous knowledge on a Point of Sale system (POS)
• Must be available to work weekends, evenings, holidays and special events
• 2+ years of serving experience preferred
• Fine dining experience preferred
• Possess a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with all departments and member

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**Big Canyon Country Club is an equal employment opportunity employer. We require a pre-employment background investigation and drug screen for all candidates. We E-verify all new hires for employment eligibility. We are an at-will employer.**