Restaurant Server - Part Time

Eaglewood Resort; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401k program

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Eaglewood Resort & Spa, Arbor Lodging, is seeking a friendly part-time server to join our restaurant team. You will greet guests, take orders, and ensure a positive dining experience during busy weekend shifts.

Strong customer service, clear communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment are essential. High school diploma preferred; certifications may be required. Paid training and opportunities for advancement are available.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with guests and coworkers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must obtain and maintain required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Sell and serve food and beverages safely
• Process guests' bills and payments
• Set up tables and ensure cleanliness
• Explain menu items and ingredients
• Provide warm, professional dining experience
• Maintain station and assist with closing duties

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Guest relations

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Description

Change your career and join the hospitality team at Eaglewood Resort & Spa, Arbor Lodging. We're always looking for talented, driven people to enhance our team and help us deliver on our promise: exceeding our guest’s expectations. We offer a world of promising opportunities across a diverse range of career areas, all of which will engage and empower you to realize your passion, achieve greatness, and experience the rewards of making a positive impact in our guests and employee’s lives.

A job at Eaglewood Resort is unlike any other. You’ll be challenged. You’ll be inspired. And you’ll be proud. Because whatever your job is here, you’ll be part of our success and our family.

Arbor Lodging is a leading hotel investment and management company with a growing portfolio of hotels throughout the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean. We have been entrusted by numerous partners and are approved managers for Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG. Our service ethos is proactive and holistic, fostering an environment where guests feel truly welcomed and supported at every interaction. Our culture is people-focused, data-driven, and results-oriented.

Summary

The server will take orders, answer questions about the menu and food, sell the restaurant's food and drinks, obtain and process payments, have great customer service skills, and assist in cleaning when needed. This position requires great communication, professionalism, and multitasking to ensure guests have a positive dining experience.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Sell and serve food and beverages safely
• Process guests bills and payments
• Set up tables and ensure cleanliness of linen, silverware, and glassware
• Know the menu and be able to explain ingredients and preparation methods
• Provide a warm, friendly, and professional dining experience by greeting guests, taking accurate orders, and ensuring their needs are met throughout their visit
• Clean tables including removal of and proper placement of soiled wares and trash
• Report all tips in compliance with company policy and IRS regulations
• Prepare station prior to opening, keep station neat and clean while serving guests, and clean station at end of shift
• Professional and positive attitude towards guests and associates
• Be knowledgeable on hotel facility and services to assist guests
• Process checks and payments in compliance with policies and procedures
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and walk, sit, or stand for extended periods time
• Ability to lift, pull, and push moderate weight
• Additional tasks may be assigned at any given time

Requirements

• Part-time role with mandatory weekend shifts. Candidates must be available to work Fridays, Saturdays and/or Sundays.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with guests and coworkers professionally
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• High school education or related experience
• Must obtain and maintain any required certifications

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Annual review with increase potential
• 401k program with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available to eligible employees
• Wellness benefits available to eligible employees

Arbor’s Guiding Principles

Arbor Lodging focuses on Five Guiding Principles to foster a culture where growth, development, and progression thrive within the properties:

• Do the Right Thing - Operate and act with integrity in all you do even when it is not convenient.
• Lead with Heart - Be kind, passionate and hospitable.
• Be Accountable - Take ownership and deliver results.
• Aim Higher - Go above and beyond to exceed expectations and pursue thoughtful change.
• Celebrate Differences - Embrace diversity, respect individual opinions and ideas.

Pay is based upon several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your annual salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, and 401k contributions (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

Arbor Lodging Management provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arbor Lodging Management complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.