Front Waiter

Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule

Training

401k

Restaurant discounts

Meal discount

Health plan

Employee assistance

Wellness resources

Career growth

Merit recognition

Exclusive discounts

Free parking

Job summary

Clyde’s Tower Oaks Lodge in Rockville, MD is seeking a server/front waiter. Open availability required, with focus on weekends and holidays. Compensation ranges from $1,000 to $1,500 per week and includes opportunities for additional bar shifts for those with bartending experience.

Training and career growth are emphasized within Clyde’s Restaurant Group. This role offers flexible scheduling (part-time/full-time/on-call) and a friendly work environment with extensive employee benefits, including

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Friendly, hardworking, hospitality-driven with a commitment to excellence and top-tier service.
• Problem solvers who can handle customer matters with courtesy, dignity, and respect.
• Able to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible availability to work mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays, and weekdays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Greet new parties and cordially welcome guests to the restaurant.
• Inform guests of delicious menu choices and make suggestions.
• Relay orders to the bar and kitchen using the POS system.
• Anticipate guests' needs and respond appropriately.
• Establish a friendly, professional rapport with guests and bus tables when the meal is completed.
• Total and present the bill, accept payment, cash out the check, and make change.
• Problem-solve guest needs with courtesy, dignity, and respect.
• Extend closing greetings to guests as they leave, thanking them for their patronage.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Flexible schedule

Job description

Open Availability, Weekends And Holidays Required.

Pay Range: $1000 - $1500 / week

This is primarily a Server/Front-Waiter position. Candidates with prior bartending experience may also be scheduled for occasional bar shifts based on business. Candidates without bartending experience will be considered for serving only.

Are you looking for a job with competitive pay, flexible scheduling, a positive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and training?

If so, Clyde’s Tower Oaks Lodge is the place for you. As a rustic and charming lodge-style restaurant and part of the Clyde’s Restaurant Group, which owns 14 concepts in the DMV area, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional dining experiences.

Located in Rockville, MD, we offer free parking for our employees and are conveniently accessible via local bus routes, providing easy access for all.

WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS A SERVER / FRONT WAITER

• Competitive Pay: Earn compensation for your skills and dedication.
• Stable Company: Join a respected, stable organization.
• Flexible Schedule: Part-time, full-time, and on-call shifts available.
• Positive Culture: Embrace courtesy, dignity, and respect.
• Excellent Training: Classroom and on-premises training.
• Generous 401k: Immediate participation with competitive match.
• Restaurant Discounts: Enjoy 25% off at all Clyde’s Restaurants for you and 3 guests.
• Meal Discount: Get 50% off your shift meal.
• Top Health Plan: Access medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, and wellness resources, plus reduced rates on various services.
• Support: Benefit from an Employee Assistance Program with legal, emotional, and financial support.
• Wellness Resources: Access digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and annual flu shots.
• Financial Assistance: Assistance fund for employees in need.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for rapid advancement.
• Merit Recognition: Rewards for excellence and hard work.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access a discount program with thousands of brands and services.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN A SERVER / FRONT WAITER

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Friendly, hardworking, and hospitality-driven with a commitment to excellence and top-tier service
• Problem solvers who can handle customer matters with courtesy, dignity, and respect
• Able to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible availability to work mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays, and weekdays as needed

WHAT YOU WILL DO AS A SERVER / FRONT WAITER

• Greet new parties and cordially welcome guests to the restaurant
• Inform guests of delicious menu choices and make suggestions
• Relay orders to the bar and kitchen using the point-of-sale (POS) system
• Anticipate guests' needs and respond appropriately
• Establish a friendly, professional rapport with guestsBus tables when the meal is completed and prepare the table for the next course
• Total and present the bill, accept payment, cash out the check, and make change
• Problem-solve guest needs with courtesy, dignity, and respect
• Extend closing greetings to guests as they leave, thanking them for their patronage

About Us

Since 1963, Clyde's Restaurant Group has been a leader in the DMV restaurant scene, known for exceptional guest service and fostering a positive culture for employees. Our 14 properties include Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, 1789 Restaurant, Fitzgerald's, The Tombs, Rye Street Tavern, Cordelia Fishbar, Hamilton Live, and Ebbitt House (opening October 2026).

We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Clyde’s Restaurant Group participates in E-Verify. We use the federal E-Verify system to confirm that new hires are authorized to work in the United States. Click here to learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work.