Hospitality-Driven Server — Training, Growth & PTO

Larkin's Restaurants; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage plus tips

Paid time off

Training and professional development

Opportunities for advancement within L

Opportunities for advancement within L

Job summary

Larkin’s Restaurants in Columbia, SC is seeking friendly servers who enjoy creating memorable dining experiences. You will welcome guests, guide them through menus, and provide attentive, professional service in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and accuracy with orders and payments. Prior full-service experience is a plus, but those with a positive attitude and strong communication can thrive and grow through training and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and genuine passion for hospitality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependability, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Previous full-service restaurant experience preferred but not required.
• Wine, beer, spirits, or Toast POS experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and provide attentive, professional service.
• Guide guests through our food and beverage menus.
• Take and enter orders accurately using the POS system.
• Deliver food and beverages according to service standards.
• Anticipate guest needs and maintain tables throughout the experience.
• Recommend beverages, pairings, desserts, and featured items.
• Process payments accurately.
• Support teammates with food running, table maintenance, and side work.
• Follow food safety and responsible alcohol-service practices.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming restaurant.

Skills

Customer service mindset

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Dependability

Attention to detail

Restaurant experience (preferred)

Wine/beer/spirits knowledge

Tools

Toast POS

Job description

Larkin’s Restaurants in Columbia, SC is seeking friendly servers who enjoy creating memorable dining experiences. You will welcome guests, guide them through menus, and provide attentive, professional service in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and accuracy with orders and payments. Prior full-service experience is a plus, but those with a positive attitude and strong communication can thrive and grow through training and advancement opportunities.