Lunch Server

Joe's Stone Crab - D.C.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant discounts

Employee assistance program

Paid vacation

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life, Accident & Critical Illness

Domestic Partner Benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Joe’s Stone Crab - D.C. is hiring servers to join our team in Washington, DC. Servers provide attentive guest service, knowledge of menu and wine, and support a smooth dining room operation.

Ideal candidates excel in a fast-paced environment, communicate clearly, and work well with a team to deliver a memorable dining experience for guests. Benefits are included, and EOE with E-Verify participation.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented hospitality approach.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced dining room.
• Excellent guest service with a friendly demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient, friendly guest service to a 3-6 table section and follow steps of service.
• Record orders, process payments, and balance sales per policies.
• Available to work varying hours including weekends.
• Transport food/beverages safely to tables.
• Operate all necessary tools and equipment.
• Communicate effectively in written and spoken directions.
• Maintain composure in a busy, high-energy environment.
• Move and lift up to 50 pounds as required.
• Stand/walk for entire shift and navigate stairs or uneven surfaces.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness procedures.
• Follow employment policies and contribute as a team player.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Guest service

Food & wine knowledge

Communication

Tools

POS system

Gift Card terminals

Credit Card terminals

Job description

We’re hiring people to join our team as SERVERS!

A Few of Our Server Benefits:

• Restaurant Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program - Focusing on a Commitment to Mental Health & Wellness
• Paid Vacation for Qualifying Employees
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life, Accident Protection & Critical Illness Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 401(k)

The legendary Joe’s Stone Crab first opened in Miami Beach in 1913. It all began when Joseph Weiss, the “Joe” of Joe’s Stone Crab, and his wife Jennie set up seven or eight tables on the front porch of the house they owned. More than 100 years later, Joe’s has become one of the most beloved and widely recognized restaurants in the world, famous for its Florida Stone Crab, signature sides and key lime pie. In 2000, a partnership was born between the Sawitz/Weiss family and founder of Lettuce Entertain You, Richard Melman. Together they opened Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab in Chicago, a sophisticated restaurant featuring a selection of prime steaks, quality seafood and the signature dishes of Joe’s Stone Crab. The restaurant quickly built a reputation as one of the most popular restaurants in Chicago. In 2004, Joe's premiered in Las Vegas at the Forum Shops at Caesars, and in 2014 opened its doors in the heart of Washington DC, just steps from the White House.

Caring. Creative. Careers.

Join the Lettuce Entertain You team! Our 100+ restaurants are nationally recognized for great food and service and as great places to work. We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we reward our teams with top notch benefits, career-long training and development and opportunities for growth. If you want a career at a progressive company with a long-standing commitment to people, join our caring and creative team.

EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify

SERVER JOB DESCRIPTION

Servers are responsible for exceeding guests’ expectations by providing efficient, friendly guest service. Teamwork, enthusiasm, food and wine knowledge, the ability to multitask and a high energy level are necessary for success in this position.

Essential Functions

• Provide efficient, friendly guest service to a 3-6 table section including but not limited to following all steps of service and bussing the table to ensure a positive guest experience
• Accurately record and account for all items ordered, process payments, and balance all sales/receipts in compliance with restaurant policies and procedures
• Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
• Safely and effectively transport food or beverages to a table of three in a single trip
• Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment
• Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
• Ability to multitask calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
• Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
• Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Ensure the overall guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipate guests’ needs
• Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile
• Use tact and good judgement when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guest needs with patience and courtesy
• Understand and respond knowledgeably to questions about the restaurant and menu
• Use sales techniques to present and encourage current promotions to guests
• Follow all steps of service
• Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
• Proficiency in the use and operation of all necessary tools and equipment, including the POS system and Frequent Diner, Gift Card and Credit Card terminals
• Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
• Successfully complete alcohol awareness training
• Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Get along well with others and be a team player
• Other duties will be assigned as needed