Restaurant Server - Limelight Ketchum

Limelight-Hotels; Ketchum (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Ski passes

Job summary

Limelight Hotels by Aspen One seeks a Restaurant Server to deliver timely, friendly service in our table service restaurant and/or bar/lounge. You report to the Restaurant Manager and contribute to a high-quality guest experience in our Idaho location.

We value knowledge of food and beverage, strong communication, and the ability to upsell while maintaining efficiency in a fast-paced setting. Evening and weekend shifts are common, with comprehensive benefits for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• One year prior guest service experience is preferred.
• TIPS Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all guests are served in a timely and professional manner.
• Ensure tables are set, condiments are stocked and menus are clean and updated.
• Stack and polish glassware and silver.
• Use sales techniques to suggest additional items and enhance the guest experience.
• Provide alcoholic beverage service to guests as well as non-alcoholic and hot beverages.
• Operate POS system and handle cash/credit transactions.
• Expedite food from kitchen to guest while maintaining cleanliness of serving equipment.
• Maintain positive communication with service and kitchen staff; Make manager aware of guest’s comments and complaints.
• Participate in daily cleaning operations for the restaurant, which can include checking bathrooms are clean, mopping, sweeping, vacuuming.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Guest service

POS systems

Cash handling

Upselling

Communication

English fluency

Multitasking

Food knowledge

Sanitation knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

One year guest service experience

TIPS Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Limelight Hotels by Aspen One provide authentic and contemporary connections to their communities and the adventures that surround them.Each Limelight hotel isinspired by place, united by purpose, defined by you andset in the heart of elevated and unique locations, eachcarefully designed with distinctive design and purposeful functionality, created to evoke a sense of place and a point of view.

Current locations include those across Colorado in Aspen, Snowmass, Denver, and Boulder (opened August 2025); Ketchum, Idaho; Mammoth, California (opened December 2025); and Charleston, South Carolina (coming in 2028).

For more information, visitwww.limelighthotels.com or follow @limelighthotel on X,Instagramor Facebook.Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the [emailprotected] , aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains.

Job Description

Position Summary
The Restaurant Server serves food & beverage items in a timely, friendly and professional manner. This is performed at a table service restaurant and/or bar/lounge environment according to established standards and procedure. This position reports to the Restaurant Manager.

Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until September 13, 2026.

Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities

• Ensure that all guests are served in a timely and professional manner
• Ensure tables are set, condiments are stocked and menus are clean and updated
• Stack and polish glassware and silver
• Use sales techniques to suggest additional items and enhance the guest experience
• Provide alcoholic beverage service to guests as well as non-alcoholic and hot beverages
• Operate POS system and handle cash/credit transactions
• Expedite food from kitchen to guest while maintaining cleanliness of serving equipment
• Maintain positive communication with service and kitchen staff; Make manager aware of guest’s comments and complaints
• Participate in daily cleaning operations for the restaurant, which can include checking bathrooms are clean, mopping, sweeping, vacuuming
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• One year prior guest service experience is preferred
• TIPS Certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of food and beverage menus, including ingredients and preparation methods
• Proficient knowledge in computer programs such as Microsoft Office or POS systems preferred
• Excellent customer service skills with a friendly and professional demeanor
• Ability to take accurate orders and communicate them effectively to the kitchen
• Strong multitasking skills to handle multiple tables and guest requests efficiently
• Knowledge of proper food handling, sanitation, and safety regulations
• Ability to recommend menu items and upsell food and beverage options
• Proficiency in using point-of-sale (POS) systems for order entry and payment processing
• Strong communication and active listening skills for guest interactions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Effective problem-solving skills to handle guest concerns and special requests
• Basic math skills for processing payments and handling gratuities accurately
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, and carry trays for extended periods
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team to ensure smooth service flow
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to communicate and follow oral or written directions in English

Additional Information

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, walk or be on your feet for extended periods of time
• Regularly work in wet, hot and humid conditions for extended periods of time and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
• Must be able to occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position, but no more than 50)

Job Benefits

This position is classified as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits: Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs
• Flexible Spending Account Programs
• Life Insurance Programs
• Paid Time Off Programs
• Paid Leave Programs
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes
• Other company perks

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. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever‑evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.

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