Server Assistant

El Molino Preston; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available

Flexible schedule

Professional development and career growth

Dining discounts at all Vandelay concepts

Job summary

El Molino Preston in Dallas, Texas, is seeking a passionate Server Assistant to enhance the dining experience. This role focuses on maintaining service efficiency, cleanliness, and ensuring guest satisfaction. Ideal candidates will thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and have a genuine attitude towards guests and colleagues.

The position offers various benefits, including medical, dental, and vision options, along with flexible scheduling and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Ability to navigate a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the restaurant and service areas.
• Assist servers, bartenders, and hosts as needed.
• Run food and beverages from the kitchen and bar to tables.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Team-oriented

Positive attitude

Education

TABC Certification

Job description

About El Molino

El Molino is a Mexico City-inspired bistro from Vandelay Companies that blends elevated Mexican cuisine, wood-fired cooking, refined cocktails, and warm hospitality in a sophisticated and energetic setting. Inspired by the vibrant culture of Mexico City and the timeless elegance of European bistros, El Molino delivers an experience that feels both familiar and elevated.

Known for its premium fajitas, chef-driven cuisine, handcrafted margaritas, and lively atmosphere, El Molino is a place where guests gather to celebrate, connect, and create lasting memories. Every detail, from the quality of the food and beverage program to the warmth of each interaction, is thoughtfully designed to create an experience that is memorable, welcoming, and distinctly Vandelay.

At El Molino, hospitality is about more than service. It is about creating moments. Our team members are passionate about making genuine connections, anticipating guest needs, and delivering an experience that feels polished, energetic, and effortlessly hospitable from beginning to end.

About the Opportunity

A Server Assistant at El Molino plays an essential role in creating the elevated dining experience that defines our brand. Working alongside our service team, Server Assistants help ensure every guest feels welcomed, cared for, and supported throughout their visit. This position is responsible for maintaining the flow of service, anticipating guest needs, and contributing to the warm, energetic atmosphere that makes El Molino a destination for celebration, connection, and memorable dining experiences.

We are seeking individuals who take pride in hospitality, move with urgency and attention to detail, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team. Successful Server Assistants understand that every interaction matters and that exceptional guest experiences are built through thoughtful support, teamwork, and a genuine desire to care for others.

From maintaining the dining room and supporting service execution to assisting guests and anticipating needs before they arise, Server Assistants play a critical role in delivering the polished, welcoming, and hospitality-driven experience our guests have come to expect at El Molino.

Core Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall cleanliness of the restaurant and service areas.
• Assist servers, bartenders and hosts when needed and understands food descriptions and ingredients of menu items.
• Run food from the kitchen to guest tables after ensuring each course is complete and accurate.
• Run beverages from the bar to guest tables and ensure beverages are always full.
• Remove used dishes and silverware from guest tables between courses and after guests leave the table.
• Communicate with server, bartenders and hostess to assure efficient seating, table utilization and guest service.
• Maintain cleanliness of all tables and chairs in assigned service area and reset vacated tables.
• Perform general cleaning tasks to adhere to health and safety standards.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

• At least 18 years old.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills and work ethic.
• Team-oriented with a strong sense of punctuality and reliability.
• Ability to navigate a fast-paced environment while being positive, respectful, professional and having a genuine attitude towards guests and colleagues.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English.
• TABC Certification, as required.
• Certified for food and alcohol service as is required by State and Local Agencies.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work standing and walking for extended periods of time.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available.
• Flexible schedule.
• Professional development and career growth.
• Family Meals.
• Dining discounts at all Vandelay concepts.
• All Vandelay restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and the 4th of July so our team can celebrate with their friends and family.
• A collaborative, uplifting culture where we take care of our guests by taking care of our people first.

If you’re a passionate professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to grow with a company that values hospitality and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you!

Vandelay Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.

Compensation: To be discussed