Server

Cape Arundel Inn; Kennebunkport (ME); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,030,720; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee meal discounts

Hotel staff rates

401k match

Life insurance (employer funded)

Parental leave - Family Matters

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Training & development

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Ocean Restaurant at Cape Arundel Inn & Resort in Kennebunkport is seeking a Part‑Time Dinner Server to deliver outstanding guest service in a fast‑paced setting. You will engage with guests, manage course delivery, and support events while maintaining high service standards.

Join a team within the Kennebunkport Resort Collection, offering growth opportunities, flexible scheduling, and competitive benefits including health insurance, PTO, and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience in hotel restaurant operations and steps of service.
• Ability to work under pressure and multitask effectively.
• Knowledge of menus to assist guests and upsell offerings.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive dinner service to guests in a fast-paced setting.
• Assist with events and ensure service standards are met.
• Maintain clear communication with leadership and restaurant staff.
• Anticipate guest needs and contribute to sales growth.

Skills

Communication

Prioritization

Multi-tasking

Cash handling

Guest service

Team player

Job description

Join the team at Ocean Restaurant, located at the beautiful Cape Arundel Inn & Resort! At the Kennebunkport Resort Collection, we are a community of team players who are passionate about what we do and dedicated to creating exceptional experiences for both our guests and one another. We believe in investing in our employees and supporting their continued growth and success within our organization. We’re seeking a Part‑Time Dinner Server who is committed to providing outstanding guest service and thrives in a fast‑paced environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrates strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Must know how to prioritize, delegate, and respond in a timely fashion
• Needs to work under pressure, multi‑task, and stay focused with constant interruptions
• Understanding of hotel restaurant operations; food and beverage knowledge, steps of service, and cash management as it pertains to the selling of food and beverages
• Responsible for maintaining exceptional service levels for all events
• Continually strive for sales growth by having ongoing knowledge of all current menus
• Be perceptive, proactive, and engaging. Anticipate your guest’s needs
• Set the tone for success with a positive attitude and sincere enthusiasm
• Engaging in clear, consistent communications with leadership and restaurant staff
• Ensure that each customer is served efficiently and effectively
• Be a good example while working alongside team members

About Kennebunkport Resort Collection

The Kennebunkport Resort Collection is a portfolio of diverse, luxurious lodging and dining options offering stylish and unique hospitality in Kennebunk and Kennebunkport. Our growing hospitality group includes Hidden Pond / Earth at Hidden Pond, Tides Beach Club, Cape Arundel Inn & Resort / Ocean Restaurant, Kennebunkport Inn / The Burleigh Restaurant, Cottages at Cabot Cove, The Grand Hotel / Rosella, The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel / Restaurant, Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club, Lodge on the Cove / The Dory, and Via Sophia by the Sea.

KRC Competitive Wellness Options and Perks

• Employer‑subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company‑funded $25K in complimentary life insurance and $1K mo. in disability
• Optional Disability, Life and AD&D, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance options
• Additional Health & Wellness benefits including prescription and gym membership discounts
• Generous Paid Time Off package including Employer Paid Leave plus immediate Paid Vacation accruals
• Flexible and understanding work‑life equality
• Family Matters Program of 3+ months paid parental leave for new parents
• 401k employer match, up to 4% of salary
• Competitive wages with ongoing market analysis with annual performance evaluations and compensation adjustments
• Discounted employee and immediate family hotel rates as low as $59 per night at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations
• Food and Beverage discount of 50% Off at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations
• Gold Card annual complimentary restaurant allowance for managers
• Discounted lodging rates from New England Inn & Resort Association partners
• Pathways for growth and professional development including training and tuition reimbursement
• Relocation assistance to temporary employer housing
• Incentive opportunities for both hourly and managerial roles
• Supportive, open workplace culture
• Company‑funded Employee Assistance Program for life and mental health resources

Why Join Our Team?

Join our community of ambitious, thoughtful, and dedicated hospitality professionals delivering exceptional guest experiences. At Kennebunkport Resort Collection, we encourage creativity, ownership, and problem‑solving at all levels of our organization, and we are committed to weaving diversity, equity, and inclusion into every aspect of our business. As a Kennebunkport Resort Collection employee, we welcome you to join us in making a community impact. Our KRC Cares team partners with community leaders and like‑minded businesses to advance our community services, such as toy drives, beach cleanups, and other charitable causes around the community. The Community Impact project allows a 1% Impact Fee to be donated to hand‑picked local organizations focusing on affordable housing, protecting wildlife habitats, and creating spaces for the youth of our community. Kennebunkport Resort Collection offers customized learning opportunities for all employees. We work to carve out a path for internal leaders with motivated career goals. Annual conferences, mentorships, scholastic reimbursements, internships, and company‑funded leadership development opportunities are just some of the ways we support our associates.

Ready to Learn More?

Visit us online at www.kennebunkportresortcollection.com and explore our parent company, EOS Hospitality at www.eoshospitality.com for more information about the amazing ways we’re making a difference.