Server

CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 34,440,000; Part time

Job summary

CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar in Bloomington, MN is seeking servers to deliver friendly, efficient service in a fast-paced setting. Responsibilities include seating and serving 3–5 tables, handling payments, verifying IDs, ringing orders, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting a collaborative team to ensure Every Guest leaves happy.

Alcohol knowledge is a plus; strong communication and multitasking are essential, with hours starting early and extending into the evening.

Qualifications

• Alcohol service certification a plus.
• Basic math skills for handling money and making change.
• Basic reading skills for understanding orders and menus.
• Basic computer skills for ringing in orders.
• Knowledge of beer, wine and spirits and standard drink recipes.
• Excellent communication with guests and team members.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tables.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Seat and serve 3–5 tables as directed by management.
• Check identification for alcohol service.
• Ring orders and process payments using a POS system.
• Communicate clearly and enthusiastically with guests.
• Be attentive and proactive in offering assistance.
• Work with team to maintain smooth service and atmosphere.
• Maintain cleanliness and complete side-work as required.
• Clear and reset tables and ensure neat uniform and grooming.

Skills

Alcohol service

Math skills

Reading skills

Computer skills

Beverage knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Tools

POS / register

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve 3 – 5 tables, as determined by management.
• Check identification of guests to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
• Complete knowledge of the Restaurant’s food and beverage preparation.
• Able to use a computer to ring orders on a check.
• Communicate with guests using clear and enthusiastic words, tone and body language at all times. Make guests feel appreciated through your actions.
• Be attentive! Offer your assistance before guests have to ask for it.
• Work as a team with all Company’s personnel in order to maintain an effective atmosphere and an efficient food and beverage service.
• Able to accept different types of payment and make change.
• Limit problems and liability related to guests' excessive drinking by taking steps such as persuading guests to stop drinking, or ordering taxis or other transportation for intoxicated guests.
• Maintain specific side-work and ensure the total cleanliness and smooth operation of the restaurant.
• Clear and reset tables.
• Report to work in a neat and clean uniform. Well-groomed hair and personal hygiene are essential.
• Carry plates to the tables.
• Other duties as directed.

Knowledge and Skills

• Alcohol Service certification a plus
• Basic mathematical skills; handle money and give correct change.
• Basic reading skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of beer, wine and spirits, and be familiar with standard drink recipes/
• Excellent communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Multi-task oriented.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is an hourly paid position. Days and hours of work vary according to business hours and job requirements. Business operates seven (7) days a week; and hours start as early as 9 AM and can go as late as 2 AM depending on the work required.

Work Culture

Our servers carry out our Vision of Being the Leading Purveyor of the Spirit of Hospitality by making sure Every Guest is Leaving Happy! This role will require fast paced service done with a smile and a high level of communication with guests, co workers, Managers and Chefs.