Server Assistant

Tiny Boxwoods; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A restaurant in Houston is seeking a Server Assistant who is passionate about food, wine, and spirits. The role involves providing exceptional hospitality, delivering food and beverages to guests, and preparing the dining area. Candidates must be TABC certified and hold a Texas Food Handlers certificate. Flexibility, good memory, and ability to multitask are essential. The position requires standing for long periods and can involve lifting up to 25 lbs. This is a great opportunity for those who thrive in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Must be passionate about food, wine, spirits, and coffee.
• TABC Certification and Texas Food Handlers certificate are required.
• Must be able to carry 2-3 plates or a tray.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food and beverage to tables.
• Assist in preparing dining area for service.
• Interact with guests in a friendly manner.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and quality control.

Skills

Passionate about food, wine, spirits, and coffee

Good memory

Flexible availability

Capacity to multitask

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

TABC Certified

Texas Food Handlers certificate

Job description

Position Description

Job title

Server Assistant

Reports to

Management team

Classification

Non-Exempt, hourly pay plus tips

Job purpose

Tiny Boxwoods Productions Server Assistants care deeply about our culture and provide a genuine sense of hospitality. They exceed guests’ expectations by providing friendly, authentic, perfect service. Server Assistants greet guests and present food and beverage with enthusiasm and a smile.

Duties and responsibilities

• Accurately represent the Tiny Boxwoods Productions’ brand as outlined in the Culture Companion.
• Learn and be knowledgeable of the food and beverage menus.
• Assist in preparing dining room and patio for service.
• Deliver food and beverage from the kitchen or bar to the appropriate table.
• Perform regular table maintenance for guests throughout their meal.
• Collect and polish all table settings for service.
• Interact with guests in a polite and friendly manner.
• Monitor quality control and guest satisfaction.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing tasks effectively and quickly.
• Occasional food preparation to include but not limited to coffee, tea, and condiment ramekins.
• Must adhere to sanitation, safety and alcoholic beverage control policy and regulations.
• Follow side work procedures as directed by management.
• Must always be pressed and tailored, complying to the dress code policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Qualifications

Tiny Boxwoods Productions require the minimum qualifications required to successfully perform the position of food runner/daytime server.

Qualifications include:

• Must be passionate about food, wine, spirits (where applicable), and coffee.
• TABC Certified
• Texas Food Handlers certificate
• Good memory
• Flexible availability in scheduling
• Capacity to multitask
• Must be able to successfully carry 2-3 plates at a time and/or a tray containing dishware, glassware and/or cutlery.
• Ability to work as part of a team

Working conditions

The incumbent will be working in a restaurant setting on the floor with guests, in the kitchen and dish area. Potential hazards include but are not limited to cuts, slipping, tripping, falls and burns. Frequent hand washing is required.

Physical requirements

The incumbent is required to stand for the entire shift. Incumbent is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires walking, standing and minimal lifting up to 25 lbs.