Sandpiper Attendant

Gate Hospitality Group; Sawgrass (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Brand-new venue

Oceanfront resort

Insurance benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Employee dining

Perks & discounts

Career growth

Job summary

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club in Florida invites you to join the Opening Team for the Sandpiper Café, a brand-new dining venue at this luxury seaside resort.

As a Sandpiper Café Attendant, you\u2019ll welcome guests, help with menu selections, serve items, handle POS, and keep the cafe spotless and guest-ready while delivering exceptional hospitality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Experience in restaurant, café, deli, or customer service preferred.
• POS experience preferred.
• Luxury hospitality, private club, or resort experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare the Sandpiper Café for a successful opening.
• Welcome members and guests with a warm, professional attitude.
• Prepare and serve food and beverages to established quality standards.
• Assist guests with menu selections and answer questions.
• Operate POS and process member and guest transactions.
• Follow cash-handling procedures and maintain cleanliness.
• Stock and replenish supplies; bus tables; keep areas guest-ready.
• Follow food safety and health standards.
• Attend pre-shift meetings and communicate updates.
• Support team and complete additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Point-of-sale (POS) experience

Job description

Join the Opening Team at Ponte Vedra Inn & Club!

An exciting new dining experience is coming to Ponte Vedra Inn & Club! We are looking for friendly, energetic, and service-focused Attendants to join the opening team at the new Sandpiper Café.

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is one of Northeast Florida’s premier luxury resorts, known for exceptional hospitality and memorable dining experiences. People are our greatest asset, and this is a unique opportunity to help launch a brand-new venue and create an experience our members and guests will love.

If you enjoy connecting with people, working as part of a team, and providing outstanding service in a fast-paced environment, we would love to meet you!

What You’ll Do

As a Sandpiper Café Attendant, you will help create a welcoming dining experience while ensuring the café remains clean, organized, stocked, and ready to serve our members and guests.

Responsibilities include:

• Help prepare the new Sandpiper Café for a successful opening.
• Welcome members and guests with a warm, friendly, and professional attitude.
• Prepare and serve food and beverage items according to established quality and presentation standards.
• Assist members and guests with menu selections and answer questions about available offerings.
• Accurately operate the point-of-sale system and process member and guest transactions.
• Follow proper cash-handling procedures.
• Complete opening, closing, and side-work responsibilities.
• Stock and replenish food, beverages, supplies, displays, and service stations.
• Bus tables and maintain clean, organized, and welcoming dining areas.
• Ensure the café and service areas remain clean and guest-ready throughout each shift.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department standards.
• Attend pre-shift meetings covering daily specials, promotions, assignments, and operational updates.
• Report safety concerns and help maintain a safe working environment.
• Work closely with Culinary and Food & Beverage team members to ensure efficient service.
• Support coworkers and complete additional duties assigned by management.

What We’re Looking For

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to communicate effectively with members, guests, and fellow team members.

Experience

• Previous restaurant, café, deli, or customer service experience preferred.
• Point-of-sale experience preferred.
• Luxury hospitality, private club, or resort experience is a plus.
• Previous experience helping open a new venue is a plus but not required.
• Training will be provided for qualified candidates.

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Friendly, positive attitude with a commitment to exceptional hospitality.
• Strong communication skills and a professional demeanor.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and detail.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to safely handle food, dishes, supplies, and cleaning equipment.
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor dining areas as business needs require.

Schedule

Candidates must be available to work a flexible schedule, including:

• Days and evenings
• Weekends and holidays
• Overtime as business needs require

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Be part of the opening team for the new Sandpiper Café.
• Help create the atmosphere and service experience of a brand-new venue.
• Work at a beautiful oceanfront luxury resort.
• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance for eligible team members.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee dining café.
• Resort discounts and exclusive employee perks.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities within Gate Hospitality.
• A collaborative team committed to delivering exceptional service.

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.