Server

Sacred Pepper; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

401(k) matching

Employee meal discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Sacred Pepper in Tampa, Florida, is looking for a Server to deliver outstanding dining experiences. You'll assist patrons with selecting food and beverages, serve orders, maintain the dining area, and handle payment transactions. The ideal candidate has 1-2 years of restaurant experience, a high school diploma or GED, and must have food handler and responsible vending certifications. Benefits include health and dental insurance, 401(k) matching, and employee meal discounts.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of restaurant service experience required.
• Post-hire certification: Food Handler and Responsible Vending required.
• Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking).

Responsibilities

• Prepare dining area and assist patrons with menu selections.
• Serve orders and maintain table settings.
• Handle payment transactions and demonstrate responsible alcohol service.

Skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Conflict resolution

Computer literacy

Food safety knowledge

Mathematical proficiency

Excellent communication in English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Aloha point-of-sale system

Job description

Overview

Server – Sacred Pepper (Tampa, Florida). Report to the General and Service Manager. This role requires full knowledge of food, beverage and service to ensure a positive dining experience for guests. The Server acts as a guide, communicator, decision‑maker, and entertainer.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dining area by setting tables, decorations, condiments, candles, napkins, service plates, and utensils.
• Assist patrons in selecting food and beverages by presenting the menu, offering cocktails, aperitifs, and wine, and answering questions.
• Transmit orders to bar and kitchen; document special dietary needs and requests.
• Serve orders, deliver accompaniments, and respond to additional patron requirements.
• Maintain table setting, replenish utensils, refilling water glasses, and attentively observe patrons for spills or other needs.
• Conclude dining experience, acknowledge patron satisfaction, and invite return visits.
• Handle payment transactions, issue bills, process credit cards or cash, and return change.
• Utilize the Aloha point‑of‑sale system for sales transactions.
• Check ID for guests under 30 and demonstrate responsible alcohol service.
• Conduct suggestive selling and upselling techniques to increase sales.
• Assist in opening, running, and closing duties, including station set‑up and breakdown.
• Maintain a clean and organized station, perform pre‑bussing, and uphold sanitation, safety, and alcohol control policies.
• Communicate guest needs to kitchen staff and keep them informed of meal progression.

Key Competencies

• Professionalism and a strong commitment to customer service.
• Initiative, adaptability and organization.
• Conflict resolution and teamwork.
• Computer literacy, especially with POS systems.
• Food‑safety knowledge and certification (food handler required).
• Math proficiency for money handling and calculations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English.
• Ability to multi‑task and work well under pressure.
• Physical stamina for standing and walking up to seven hours per shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1–2 years of restaurant service experience.
• Post‑hire certification: Food Handler and Responsible Vending.
• Knowledge of food preparation, beverage service, and wine pairing.
• English reading, writing, and speaking proficiency.
• Mathematical ability for calculating totals, discounts, and change.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Stand throughout the entire shift; walk and move frequently.
• Reach, bend, lift, and carry up to 25–50 lbs, and occasionally move up to 100 lbs.
• Perform frequent hand washing and maintain cleanliness.
• Work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume dining setting with noise and crowds.
• Use clear communication to interact with guests and teammates.

Benefits

• Health and Dental Insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee meal discounts
• Paid time off