Hiring Bonus! Server (Counter Service, on call) | The Station on Main

Columbia Hospitality; McGregor (IA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligibility of perks dependent on job/

Hourly Pay: $10 DOE

Hiring bonus after 30/60/90/120 days

Tip/Tip Pooling Eligible

Get Paid Daily

Paid Time off & Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 4

401K

HSA/FSA Plans with employer contrib.

Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)

Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf,

Employee Assistance Program

Volunteer Opportunities (Columbia C**)

Committee & Task Force involvement

Job summary

Columbia Hospitality in McGregor, IA is seeking a friendly server to welcome guests, take orders, and deliver food and beverages with precision and enthusiasm.

You will engage guests, upsell offerings, and contribute to an unparalleled dining experience while adhering to safety and service standards. This role offers daily pay, tips, and a comprehensive perks package designed to support your wellbeing and growth.

Qualifications

• Must have server experience in a restaurant environment.
• Ability to operate the POS system.
• Knowledge of dining and beverage service procedures.
• Knowledge of liquor laws and regulations.
• State Food Handler’s License and Liquor Serving Permit(s)

Responsibilities

• Takes orders and serves food and beverages to guests.
• Enters orders into the POS and relays to the kitchen.
• Assembles food items with correct presentation and temperature.
• Maintains clean, organized dining area.
• Processes guest payments with proper cash handling.
• Ensures adherence to service standards and safety policies.

Skills

Customer service

POS system proficiency

Dining & beverage service knowledge

Liquor laws knowledge

Tools

Point of Sale (POS) system

Job description

Fine wine. Delicious food. Bring beautiful spaces to life and watch your attention to detail delight guests. You are responsible for creating unmatched experiences by engaging guests, navigating menu offerings, capitalizing on upselling opportunities and delivering an unrivaled service experience. You are a vital to creating a successful dining experience for each guest.

Let’s start off with the most important part - what’s in it for you:

The Perks

• Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
• Hourly Pay: $10 DOE
• Hiring bonus of $150 after each of 30, 60, 90, and 120 days
• Tip/Tip Pooling Eligible
• Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
• Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
• HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution
• Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
• Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
• Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
• Employee Assistance Program
• “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
• Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
• Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
• Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
• Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)

Our Commitment to you:

“People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.

Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.

What Success Looks Like:

Your Impact

• Takes orders and serves food and beverage items to guests in accordance with established standards
• Enters orders into computerized Point of Sale system and communicates any special requests to the culinary team
• Assembles food items, such as appetizers, salads and soups
• Ensures attractive, consistent presentation of food and beverages. Ensures that all food and beverage items are served at the correct temperature
• Maintains current knowledge of food and beverage offerings, including menu changes and sold-out items
• Processes guest payments, using proper accounting and cash handling procedures
• Keeps work area, including guest dining area, clean and organized

What You Bring

• Previous experience as server in a similar restaurant environment
• Ability to perform essential functions on the computerized Point of Sale system
• Working knowledge of dining and beverage service procedures
• Working knowledge of applicable liquor laws and regulations
• Necessary State Food Handler’s License(s) and Liquor Serving Permit(s)

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.