MFG (Market Fresh Gourmet) is a growing multi-concept restaurant group, currently with 4 restaurant concepts located in Mishawaka, IN. Corndance Tavern, Bourbon & Butcher, Evil Czech Brewery, and Jesús Latin Grill & Tequila Bar.
Carnegie Library Special Events is our private event space seating up to 175 guests and is in the upper level of Jesús.
Our butcher shop provides locally sourced meats while our commissary kitchen produces house‑made products for each of our restaurant locations.
With 4 different concepts in 3 locations, there is something for every personality!
Multi‑unit and multi‑concept management experience is a plus.
We are looking for an experienced and skilled Restaurant Server to join our team!
Responsibilities
- Take orders from customers for food and beverages.
- Deliver all beverages in a timely fashion.
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and appearance of your section.
- Running food whenever needed to both your tables and your teammates.
- Collect customer payments and provide change in a timely and courteous manner.
- Work private events in the event space in the upper level.
- Maintain Carnegie Library & Jesus Latin Grill service standards as outlined in the Carnegie Banquet & Jesus Latin Grill training program, standards of operation, and policies and procedures.
- Responsible for food and beverage service to clients and guests, adhering to service standards.
- Accurately execute client Banquet Event Orders as outlined in the BEO event documents and attend to guest requests in a prompt and friendly manner.
- Set up the event room according to the BEO and event diagram, and the Carnegie Library standards of service for events.
- Consistently sanitize work areas, refill/stock containers and supplies, etc.
- Always work as a member of the team, offering assistance to team members when needed and supporting each other with kindness.
- Rectify any client or guest complaint as quickly as possible. Immediately notify management of complaints from a client or guest at the time they occur. Never make excuses or guess answers—if in doubt, have your manager address the complaint.
- Consistently be in full uniform and ready for work in your assigned venue at the time you are scheduled to begin your shift.
- Maintain good conduct, a strong work ethic, and safe working habits.
- Attend all service staff training courses and meetings as scheduled.
- Perform additional tasks as needed or as directed.
- A high school diploma is preferred.
- Excellent communication skills, articulate speech, and willingness to communicate and follow instructions in a friendly manner.
- Those with experience will be considered for a bartending role.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a server.
- Ability to communicate our menus and ingredients to customers in a way that makes them feel comfortable.
- General knowledge of wine, cocktails, and beer.
- Ability to stand, walk, and carry food trays for prolonged periods.
- Ability to effectively listen to and respond to customer needs.
- Must have a courteous, friendly, and professional demeanor.
- Ability to multitask efficiently.
Employee Benefits
Employee Meal Discounts
All employees get a 35% food discount at all MFG locations (excluding private events) for the entire check (must be on one check). Alcohol will always be at full price.
Employees are eligible for Health, Dental, and Vision insurance after 60 days of employment.
PTO
Salary 5 paid days (If used at once w/ days off it can be 7-9 days in a row) May also spread them out throughout the year. Each year of employment gains 1 PTO day.
Hourly Full‑time employees (over 30 hours) are eligible for 1 week of paid vacation after 24 months of employment. (Pay based on average weekly hours)
Holiday Pay
We are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Independence Day, Superbowl Sunday, and sometimes New Year’s Day. These days are paid holidays for all salaried employees.
401K & Match
Employees are eligible to contribute after 12 months of employment.
We offer up to a 5% match of your salary.