Server

The Bartolotta Restaurants; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Meal provided to employees

Dining discounts

Job summary

The Bartolotta Restaurants is seeking friendly servers to deliver outstanding dining experiences in their Wisconsin locations. You will take orders, serve food and drinks, and ensure guests are satisfied throughout their visit. This role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and precise guest interactions in a high‑end environment.

Benefits include comprehensive insurance, savings plans, meal perks, and opportunities for training and development under renowned mentors within the Bartolotta family.

Qualifications

• Must be at least sixteen years old (18 to serve alcohol).
• Experience in a restaurant environment preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, written, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and seat them, ensure table is clean and ready.
• Present menus and daily specials; take orders accurately.
• Deliver food and beverages to tables; check satisfaction.
• Handle payments and prepare checks.
• Assist with dining room cleanliness and setup.

Skills

Hospitality mindset

Customer service

Communication skills

POS operations

Multitasking

Education

Minimum 16 years old

Kitchen/server training completion

Job description

What are we looking for?Fine dining is an art—and here, you get to create it. Join a team that delivers unforgettable experiences for our guests while learning from some of the best in the business. Amazing food and drinks, exceptional service, and great pay make this an opportunity you won’t want to miss.ApplyDescriptionWhat are we looking for?Fine dining is an art—and here, you get to create it. Join a team that delivers unforgettable experiences for our guests while learning from some of the best in the business. Amazing food and drinks, exceptional service, and great pay make this an opportunity you won’t want to miss.Full Job Description Below For Specific Responsibilities And RequirementsWhat makes us great?We look for people who have what we call a "hospitality heart," characterized by a commitment to providing excellence, a passion for taking care of our guests, and a “can-do” attitude. We're a family-run business, and we consider our team members part of The Bartolotta Restaurants family.The Bartolotta Restaurants is a nationally recognized restaurant and catering organization co-founded by restaurateur Joe Bartolotta and his brother, two‑time James Beard Award‑winning Chef Paul Bartolotta. Since 1993, The Bartolotta Restaurants has grown to become the premier culinary brand in the Greater Milwaukee region, offering first‑class service and cuisine across a portfolio of 18 one‑of‑a‑kind restaurants and catering facilities. As a forward‑thinking and respected company, we also give back to our community through Care‑a‑lotta, a charitable program that supports numerous nonprofit organizations throughout Milwaukee.At The Bartolotta Restaurants, we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business, from the products we source to the food and service we deliver every day in our restaurants and catering venues. Our greatest asset in our company is our team members because, without them, we wouldn't be in business.What do we have to offer?We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our team members both personally and professionally, including:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Supplemental Life Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Company‑Paid Short‑and‑Long‑Term Disability (Full Time Only)
• Supplemental Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Supplemental Hospital Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• LegalShield and IDShield Protection
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Complimentary Workday Family Meal
• Dining Discounts at Bartolotta Fine Dining Locations
• Discounted Discovery World Passes
• Discounted Fiserv Forum Tickets – Look at putting in the

In addition to these benefits, you will have the opportunity to work alongside world‑class mentors who provide hands‑on training and development opportunities to support your career growth. If you have a passion for excellence and hospitality, we would love to welcome you to our team.Job PurposeThe Server provides table service to restaurant patrons by taking orders for food and beverages, delivering orders to the table, and ensuring that patrons have a pleasant dining experience.Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Greets customers as they are seated at the table; ensures the table is clean and that utensils, napkins, and other needs have been provided.
• Distributes menus and presents the daily specials.
• Answers questions regarding the menu.
• Takes food and beverage orders and delivers them to the kitchen.
• Delivers food, beverages, condiments, and other requested items to customers.
• Ensures that food is prepared correctly and to customers’ satisfaction; returns incorrect or improperly cooked orders to kitchen.
• Collects plates and clears the table as customers finish their meals.
• Prepares customers’ checks and collects payments.
• Assists with other restaurant tasks such as cleaning the dining area and preparing silverware and condiments.

All Other Duties as AssignedRequirementsQUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Highly organized and self‑directed.
• Exceptional interpersonal, oral, presentation and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast‑paced, changing environment.
• Well‑organized with ability to take and place food and beverage orders accurately.
• Ability to operate point‑of‑sale systems.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least sixteen years old (at least 18 years old to serve alcoholic beverages).
• Previous experience as a server preferred.
• Must successfully complete restaurant’s training course.

Physical RequirementsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• Regularly required to talk, use repetitive motion, type, and hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle and feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to bend, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, and reach overhead.
• Must be able to lift, balance, and carry trays of food weighing up to 25 pounds.

ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis.