Restaurant Back Server -FT

Destination by Hyatt; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vis⁠

401K with company match

Paid Vacation and leave policies

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

The Carolina Inn in Chapel Hill is seeking a Restaurant Back Server who supports the food server team by running food, organizing kitchen tickets, and keeping service flowing in a fast-paced setting. This role requires strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays; light cleaning duties are included, and staff enjoy benefits and employee discounts.

Pay rate starts at $15.00 per hour plus tips.

Qualifications

• Restaurant experience in a high-volume environment.
• Minimum one year of food running experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Ability to think quickly in a changing environment.
• Willing to work weekdays, weekends and holidays.
• Reliable transportation.
• Pay rate: $15.00/hour plus tips.

Responsibilities

• Assist with running food and organizing tickets on the cooking line.
• Maintain smooth service flow in a fast-paced environment.
• Light cleaning duties including vacuuming and wiping tables.

Skills

High-volume service

Food running

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Weekend/holiday availability

Transportation

Job description

Organization - The Carolina Inn

The Restaurant Back Server plays a key support role in delivering an exceptional guest experience. This position works closely with the food server team, primarily assisting with running food, organizing tickets on the cooking line, and maintaining smooth service flow in a fast-paced environment. This role requires frequent lifting, carrying, and movement throughout the shift. Strong communication skills are essential, as the Back Server interacts regularly with both guests and kitchen staff. Light cleaning duties—including vacuuming, wiping tables, and cleaning small wares—are part of the daily responsibilities. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, stays organized under pressure, and enjoys continual guest interaction and problem-solving.

We offer excellent benefits

• 12 free room nights after 90 days of service, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates upon hire
• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance after 30 days of employment
• 401K with company match
• Paid Vacation, sick days, new child leave and personal day
• Paid Family Bonding Time (8 weeks, primary caregiver; 2 weeks, supportive caregiver) and Adoption Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 50% discount in Crossroads
• 20% discount in gift shop (exception: jewelry, UNC items, alcohol)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Discounts at various retailers – Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Qualifications

• Restaurant experience in a high-volume environment required
• Minimum one year of food running experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and organizational skills
• Ability to think quickly and adapt in a constantly changing environment
• Must be willing to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays
• Reliable transportation
• Pay rate: $15.00/hour plus tips