Server

FB Society; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mexican Sugar is seeking experienced servers to deliver a refined Latin dining experience in a guest-forward environment. You will know our menu items inside out, greet guests warmly, and ensure flawless service from seating to check-out.

We value bilingual communication, punctuality, and the ability to read and lift heavy objects as needed. Prior food safety certifications are required, and the team prides itself on gracious, guest-centric service.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years serving experience in high-end casual or fine dining.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must read, write, and speak English; Spanish is a plus.
• Stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs; knife use and equipment handling.
• Maintain Food Handler's Certification and TABC Certification; follow sanitation regulations regarding alcohol service.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, warm service and anticipate guest needs.
• Know menu origins, pronunciations and ingredients; engage guests in a bilingual, detailed manner.
• Recommend drinks and pairings for various occasions; upsell when appropriate.
• Foster team collaboration and inspire peers to help each other.

Skills

Customer service

Bilingual English/Spanish

Stamina

Knife handling

Sanitation procedures

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Food Handler's Certification

TABC Certification

Job description

Hola meseros y meseras! Mexican Sugar is searching for our next great experience makers for our guests escaping to a fresher, lighter, better Latin experience. We are serving up sultry Mexican comfort with service that is two steps ahead of the guest's every need. Passionate service that results in grace under fire because service is ahead of service needs and service staff are always in control.

Our servers:

• Possess a passion for service that is comforting, effortless, warm, and the guest's beck and call.
• Know the origins, pronunciations, and ingredients of our menu items like they grew up with them.
• Recommend the perfect drinks for the occasion, whether it a handcrafted margarita, a sultry red wine, or the very best of our tequila library
• Create regular guests through resort-style service that is bilingual and detailed, but never stuffy or pretentious.
• Inspire their teammates to ask them for help.
• Understand the balance of great service and efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Minimum two (2) years serving experience; high-end casual or fine dining preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish is a plus.
• Stand for long periods & be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Properly use a knife and other equipment required to execute necessary tasks.
• Maintain a current Food Handler's Certification and TABC Certification; practice proper sanitation procedures and follow regulations regarding alcohol sale and service.

We participate in the E-Verify program. As part of our commitment to maintaining a legal workforce, we verify the employment eligibility of all new hires through E-Verify.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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