Restaurant Team Member: Guest Service & Prep

Damm Fine; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Damm Fine in Santa Maria, CA is hiring a Team Member to perform guest service, food prep, and restaurant upkeep. The role emphasizes teamwork, fast-paced service, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, taking orders, preparing items per menu, and maintaining cleanliness. Candidates should be 18+, available nights/weekends, and able to lift 50–75 lbs.

Qualifications

• Current student or high school diploma/GED preferred
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, opening and closing shifts
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to bend and stoop and lift 50 – 75 lbs. comfortably
• Ability to work in close quarters and around heat
• Positive attitude while conducting all duties
• Commitment to Guest Satisfaction. Looks at Restaurant operations from the Guest’s point of view
• Effective communicator with Teammates and the Restaurant Management Team
• Excellent Time Management Skills

Responsibilities

• Follow the steps outlined in the DHC Training Program to learn new skills, duties, and responsibilities
• Abide by the rules and direction given by the Restaurant Management Team and refrain from insubordination
• Communicate to their immediate Supervisor when additional training guidance and practice is needed
• Understand how each job responsibility impacts Guests, the Team, and overall Restaurant Operations and success
• Greet Guests, record orders, and serve food and beverages with a consistently positive and helpful attitude, including answering questions
• Work together with other Teammates to prepare items on the DHC menu while following cooking instructions, safety procedures, and sanitary requirements
• Communicate effectively with Team Members and Management to resolve any interpersonal issues as needed
• Use specific kitchen machinery/equipment such as ice cream dispensers, fryers, warmers, Etc.
• Ensure Restaurant cleanliness daily by clearing tables, sweeping, and mopping floors, washing/sanitizing/disinfecting kitchen utensils and high touch-point areas, and servicing restrooms
• Handle Guests’ concerns and complaints professionally and calmly to resolve problems according to Restaurant Policy
• Maintain a neat and tidy appearance by wearing a uniform and adhering to the DHC Uniform Policy
• Follows all company guidelines for food and cash controls; follows all cost control guidelines to maintain and minimize Restaurant costs and effectively uses all products, supplies, and equipment facilities
• Are performance-oriented and performance driven; understand performance expectations and are aware of performance results

Job description

Damm Fine in Santa Maria, CA is hiring a Team Member to perform guest service, food prep, and restaurant upkeep. The role emphasizes teamwork, fast-paced service, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, taking orders, preparing items per menu, and maintaining cleanliness. Candidates should be 18+, available nights/weekends, and able to lift 50–75 lbs.