Guest Experience Server - Growth & Perks

Wearefoundingfarmers; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans available for $

Dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Shift meal discount

Dining discount

Paid pregnancy and parental leave

Short-term disability and accident ins

Massage therapy access

Gym & yoga membership discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Training and career growth

Job summary

Farmers Restaurant Group is seeking a Server to join our busy Washington, DC area restaurant team. You will take orders, check guest satisfaction, verify ages for alcohol service, and deliver meals and drinks to tables with care and accuracy.

Typical responsibilities include updating orders in handheld devices, clearing and stocking service areas, suggesting menu items and wine pairings, and assisting hosts with reservations and guest greetings.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in full or quick service dining required
• Must be 18 years old due to service of alcohol
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds, as needed
• Capable of continuous bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and use of hands and arms

Responsibilities

• Take orders from guests for food and/or beverages
• Check with guests to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and take action to correct any problems
• Check identification of our guests to ensure that they meet minimum-age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages
• Enter orders into handheld computers for transmittal to kitchen staff
• Run food and drinks from kitchen, pastry, and bar areas to guest tables
• Bus tables throughout the guest visit and once guests have finished their meals, ensuring a clean and inviting environment
• Collect payments from customers
• Serve food and/or beverages to guests and prepare or serve specialty dishes at tables, as required
• When serving, use the specific menu item names to enhance the guest experience
• Prepare tables for meals, including setting up items, such as linens, silverware, and glassware
• Explain how various menu items are prepared, describing ingredients and cooking methods
• Describe and recommend menu selections and wine pairings to customers
• Bring wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and pour the wine for customers
• Assist host by answering phones to take reservations or To Go orders, as well as greet, seat, and thank guests
• Inform guests of daily specials
• Prepare hot, cold, and mixed drinks for patrons, and chill bottles of wine
• Prepare silverware and linen place settings, set up food stations, or set up dining areas to prepare for the next shift or for large parties
• Attend pre-shift meetings as scheduled
• Stock service areas with supplies, such as coffee, food, tableware, and linens
• Fill salt, pepper, sugar, cream, condiments, and napkin containers
• Provide guests with information about local areas, including giving directions
• Perform cleaning duties, such as sweeping, vacuuming carpet, tidying up server station, taking out trash
• Are punctual and able to observe regular and consistent attendance
• Contribute to a positive team environment
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Punctual

Stand for long periods

Lift up to 50 pounds

Teamwork

Job description

Farmers Restaurant Group is seeking a Server to join our busy Washington, DC area restaurant team. You will take orders, check guest satisfaction, verify ages for alcohol service, and deliver meals and drinks to tables with care and accuracy.

Typical responsibilities include updating orders in handheld devices, clearing and stocking service areas, suggesting menu items and wine pairings, and assisting hosts with reservations and guest greetings.