J1 Intern Server - The American Club

Kohler; Kohler (WI); On-site; USD 2,800 - 9,600; Full time

Job summary

The American Club in Kohler, WI is seeking a J-1 Intern Server for onsite employment in a seasonal dining role. You will take and serve orders, upsell beverages, handle payments, clear tables, and assist with guest satisfaction across restaurant, bar, and banquets.

The program requires a Safe Serve certification if applicable and at least 2 years of prior server experience. The hourly wage ranges from $2.33 to $6.70, with shifts from early morning to late evening; sponsorship not provided.

Qualifications

• Safe Serve Certification (where applicable).
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a server.

Responsibilities

• Informs guests about daily specials and menu changes.
• Upsell beverages and menu items as appropriate.
• Take and enter orders into POS accurately.
• Greet guests and present menus.
• Process payments and handle transactions.
• Clear and reset tables; maintain dining area.

Skills

Safe Serve Certified

2 years server experience

Job description

J1 Intern Server - The American Club

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Kohler, WI

Opportunity

J-1 Work & Travel Program – This program is designed for university students from other countries who are on academic break and looking for seasonal employment in the United States. The primary focus is cultural exchange, giving participants the opportunity to gain work experience while experiencing American culture.

Ensure that all guests are served to the standard in the Restaurant / Bar / Banquet areas. Takes orders for, serves (where applicable, prepares) food and beverages to guests as per the standards in a friendly, timely and efficient manner.

Specific Responsibilities

• Informs guests about the special items for the day and menu changes if any.
• Suggest food and beverages to the guest utilizing appropriate methods to upsell.
• Take food and beverage orders from the guest and accurately enter into Point of sale (POS) system.
• Greets guests and presents them with the menu when applicable.
• Process payment transactions.
• Clear and reset table settings and linens, as needed.
• Performing basic cleaning tasks as needed or directed by supervisor.
• Communicate to the guest and provide assistance with questions.
• Coordinate with restaurant staff to ensure smooth operation and guest satisfaction.
• Server food and beverage per the course of order.
• Observes guests and ensure their satisfaction with the food and service.
• Promptly respond to guest with any additional request.
• Maintaining proper dining experience, delivering items, fulfilling customer needs, offering desserts and drinks, removing courses, replenishing utensils, refilling glasses.
• Prepare mixed drinks for service to your customers table when applicable (must be 18 or over and licensed).
• Understands and can communicate products and services available at the resort.
• Assist with stocking and maintaining the restaurant par stock levels and side station.
• Help other areas of the restaurant such as answering telephones and seating guests.

This is a full-time position, working weekdays and weekends with shifts varying between 5:30 am and 10:00 pm.

Skills/Requirements

• Safe Serve Certified, as applicable.
• 2 years previous experience as a server, required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb or balance, and stoop or kneel. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The hourly range for this position is $2.33 - $6.70. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including candidate's education and work location.

Why Work at Kohler Co.?

Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates’ development to make that happen.So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual’s personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.

In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!

About Us

Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities.We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at www.kohlercompany.com.

It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail]. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the Federal EEO is the Law and the EEO is the Law Supplement.