Restaurant Server - The Coupe

Tryst Trading Company; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transportation Allowances

Dining Perks

Growth Opportunities

Employer-sponsored Medical, Dental, &

Job summary

Tryst Trading Company is seeking friendly Servers to join our food group. As a Server, you will greet guests, take orders, and ensure a smooth dining experience from arrival to departure in our DC locations.

Ideal candidates are strong communicators, well-organized team players, and comfortable handling payments, menu knowledge, allergens, and wine pairings. We offer competitive benefits and growth opportunities within our restaurant family.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 to serve alcohol in Washington, DC.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding hospitality and greet guests.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders and handle payments.
• Maintain knowledge of all menu items, allergens, and pairings.
• Ensure accurate and timely order delivery and bussing of tables.
• Assist with hosting and counter to-go service as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Team player

Multitasking

Menu knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Server - Join The Tryst Trading Company Food GroupAre you a passionate, personable individual who loves creating and serving great food and drinks? Do you thrive in a culture that values genuine connection with guests and team members? The Tryst Trading Company food group is seeking Servers to join our amazing team!What You'll Be Doing (Core Responsibilities):Our Servers are the heart of the guest experience, with duties including, but not limited to:Providing outstanding hospitality: Greeting all guests, anticipating and promptly responding to needs, and ensuring they have an enjoyable experience from arrival to departure.Order & Menu Expertise: Taking accurate food and beverage orders, collecting payments, and maintaining detailed knowledge of all menu items (including key ingredients, allergens, and pairing suggestions).Compliance: Selling alcoholic beverages in strict compliance with government regulations.Service & Flow: Ensuring accurate and timely order delivery, constantly pre-bussing and bussing tables, and assisting with Hosting and Counter Togo service as needed.Teamwork: Assisting coworkers with tasks like bussing, food running, and stocking supplies.Operations: Performing assigned Running Sidework and Closing Sidework duties, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, and following good food safety practices.Management Support: Performing any additional tasks or duties as directed by the Manager on Duty.Who You Are (Ideal Candidate):The ideal candidate is:Personable and an excellent communicator.Well-organized and a strong team player.Committed to our Core Values (listed in the qualifications section).Enjoys and actively promotes an environment where meaningful connections can be built.Our Benefits & Perks:We encourage and foster internal promotion and career potential for all employees.All Employees Enjoy: Transportation Allowances, Dining Perks, and Growth Opportunities.Full Time-Eligible Employees Receive: Employer-sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, and employer matching 401(k).The Growth Path for a successful Server is to Managing Server > FOH Restaurant Manager > AGM > GM > Central Management Positions.Qualifications & RequirementsMust be at least 18 years of age to sell or serve alcohol in Washington D.C.Strong verbal communication skills in English are mandatory.Prior experience in the Hospitality or Restaurant industry is highly desirable.Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities are essential.Proven ability to quickly learn and memorize information, particularly menu items.Must be able to stand for extended periods and work effectively under pressure.Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.A High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.Core Values AlignmentSuccessful candidates must embody our company's core values:UnpretentiousFun at heartPassionateMindful in the momentDemonstrating an \"all-for-one-and-one-for-all\" attitudeThe Tryst Trading Company family of restaurants includes Tryst, The Diner, Open City, The Coupe, and Open City at the National Cathedral. The Tryst Trading Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our policy reflects and affirms the Companys commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory practices.