Grand Buffet - Food Server On Call

Grand Sierra Resort; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinsley Power Systems is looking for a restaurant server in Reno, Nevada. The role involves taking and delivering food and beverage orders, maintaining high service standards, and assisting with restaurant tasks. Candidates must have previous restaurant server experience and be able to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends. A minimum age of 21 is required, along with effective communication skills in English. Join us to provide exceptional dining experiences in a vibrant setting.

Qualifications

• Must be able to identify menu products.
• Must communicate effectively in English, both in written and oral form.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Take beverage and food orders from guests.
• Deliver orders following required standards.
• Prepare tableside items as needed.
• Assist with table setups and special events.
• Adhere to company-established SOPs.

Skills

Knowledge of menu products

Teamwork

Communication skills in English

Problem solving

Flexibility for shifts

Education

Previous restaurant server experience

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Take beverage and food orders from restaurant guests and input orders into the POS system.
• Deliver orders following required standards for the position.
• Prepare tableside items (if applicable) and anticipate guest’s needs.
• Complete all side work including but not limited to wiping down stations, re-stocking supplies, polishing silverware, buffing glasses, setting up service cart, etc., to prepare tables and stations; breakdown stations, carts and tables at close of restaurants.
• Explain menu to the guests and answer any questions they may have.
• Memorize the menu and specials to recommend dishes and beverage pairings.
• Always check on quality of food and service to ensure excellent guest service.
• Provide timely table maintenance to ensure an inviting dining experience for guests.
• Assist the busser/runner with any required tasks, including table setup, pre-bussing, delivering food, etc.
• Assist the management and host team to set up and rearrange the dining area to accommodate larger groups and assist with special events taking place at the restaurant.
• Adhere to company-established SOPs in regard to paperwork, cash, and auditing.
• Any other duties as assigned within the scope of this position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of and ability to identify menu products.
• Superior knowledge of applicable laws and regulations in regard to alcohol service.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Ability to operate a glassware washing machine and to refill ice bins and beer bins, utilizing ice machines.
• Knowledge of the dish room, including separating silverware, dishes, and glassware appropriately.
• Candidate must be able to communicate in English, both in written and oral form.
• Ability to read simple texts, perform basic math, write, and complete tasks.
• Must have skills such as compiling, coordinating, following instructions, influencing others, memorization, problem solving, independent judgment, and decision making.
• Flexible working all shifts including holidays, nights, and weekend hours as business needs dictate.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.

Certificates and Licenses

Must obtain and maintain appropriate licensing with the Alcohol Awareness Card.

Education and Experience

Previous restaurant server experience is required, or any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is constantly standing, walking, and frequently reaching overhead, bending over, kneeling, and balancing during the duration of their shift.

Must be able to push/pull and lift/carry 50lbs or less frequently.

The team members will constantly have repetitive use of both hands and occasional light and firm/strong grasping motions.

Constant use of vision abilities is required including distance, depth perception, field of vision, and color vision.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

Work performed indoors, alone and frequently with and around others. The team member will perform work face-to-face including verbal contact with others on extended shifts around computer equipment and other mechanical devices.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Team member may be exposed to slippery surfaces, fumes/odor and secondhand smoke.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.