Restaurant Server

kalaharijobs; Woodford (VA); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 24,797,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision

Employee discounts

Education assistance

Job summary

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is hiring a Restaurant Server to deliver friendly, attentive service and guide guests through menus to create memorable dining experiences. You will work with the team to ensure timely delivery of food and beverages and uphold the Kalahari Promise to Lead with Love.

Position starting as early as September with a pay rate of $2.13/hr plus tips; state alcohol safety certification required; bilingualism preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Certificate upon completion of an alcohol awareness/safety class and state-certified proper food handling certification.
• General food and beverage knowledge with 1 year front-of-house experience preferred.
• Ability to operate Micros terminal, Phone system, POS system and beverage dispenser.
• Bi-lingual skills are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure guests receive responsive, friendly, and courteous service at all times.
• Greet guests, inform them of specials, provide menu tours, and recommend items.
• Take orders, enter into POS, relay to kitchen and bar.
• Deliver food and beverages to guests promptly and with proper service ware.
• Assist fellow associates as needed to maintain smooth operations.

Skills

Customer service

Food & beverage knowledge

POS systems

Bi-lingual preferred

Education

Alcohol awareness certification (state)

Tools

Micros POS

Phone system

Job description

Help Deliver the Kalahari Experience

At Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, wedon’tjust create vacations—we craft unforgettable experiences. Home to America’s Largest Indoor Waterparks, our African-inspired resorts offer world-class dining, luxurious spas, thrilling entertainment, andcutting-edgeconvention centers that redefine hospitality.

Butwe’remore thana resort. As a family-owned company, our Promise is simple:Lead with Love. This means caring deeply for our guests,associates, andcommunities—treating people like family, giving back generously, and creating spaces where everyone feels valued.

Through our partnershipwith charity:water,we’realso committed to bringing clean water to one million people in Africa.

Restaurant Server

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking aRestaurant Server.In this role, you will provide friendly, responsive service to create a beyond expectation dining experience for all guests. To actively participate as a team and use core values and service expectations listed in the Kalahari Promise daily.

As part of our leadership team, you’ll embody our Promise toLead with Love—guiding, supporting, and inspiring associates while delivering extraordinary guest experiences. You’ll provide attentive, personalized service, ensuring that food and beverage orders are delivered accurately and promptly. You’ll work collaboratively with the team to maintain a smooth workflow and a positive, efficient dining environment.

*** Position starting as early as September. ***

Pay Rate - $2.13/Hr + Tips

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that all guests feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly, and courteous service at all times.
• Greet guests, inform them of specials, provide menu tours, and recommend items you genuinely feel guests will enjoy and menu changes.
• Take food and beverage orders from guests, enter orders into the point-of-sale system which relays orders to the kitchen and bar.
• Delivery food and beverage orders from kitchen and bar with appropriate service trays to guests in a timely manner.
• Be ready and willing to assist fellow associates (servers, bussers, host/hostess, and management) as situations rise.

What We’re Looking For

• State or Local Law may require a certificate upon completion of an alcohol awareness/safety class as well as state-certified proper food handling certification.
• General food and beverage knowledge, involving at least 1 year of front-of-the-house operations, is preferred.
• Ability to operate a Micros terminal, Phone system, POS system, and beverage dispenser.
• Bi-lingual skills are preferred but not required.

A Sampling of Our Benefits

Our team enjoys a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Career growth opportunities with promotion from within
• 401(k) matching, paid time off, and holiday compensation
• Health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time associates
• Employee appreciation events, discounts, and perks at all resorts
• Education assistance programs to help advance your career

Be Part of Something Extraordinary

At Kalahari, we believe the best leadersLead with Love—because love builds trust, inspires growth, and creates experiences that last a lifetime. That’s why we’re proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers, America’s Best Employers for Women, and by USA TODAY as the #1 Best Indoor Water Park.

Here, careers thrive, innovation is encouraged, and every day brings new opportunities to create meaningful moments. Whether you’re delivering guest service, crafting memorable meals, or leading a team, your work makes a real impact.

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Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.