Server - Back Server

Auberge du Soleil; California (MO); On-site; USD 23,281 - 24,659; Part time

Job summary

A luxury dining establishment is seeking a Server - Back Server to enhance the dining experience. Your role will include taking orders, ensuring guest satisfaction, and supporting the team during lunch and dinner services. Candidates should have at least one year of foodservice experience and possess a strong customer service attitude. Competitive pay starting from $16.90 per hour, plus tips, is offered in a vibrant working environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in the foodservice/hospitality industry.
• Good knowledge of food and wine; luxury hospitality property experience preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the guest dining experience by taking orders and delivering items efficiently.
• Ensure guest satisfaction with beverages and meals, maintaining high-quality service.
• Accurately take and place orders and handle billing.

Skills

Strong organizational and time management qualities

Strong interest in learning about food, wine and cocktails

Customer service oriented attitude

Great communication skills

Confidence to perform under pressure

Job description

Company Description

Auberge du Soleil is the flagship location of the Auberge Collection. Service is attentive yet unobtrusive, genuine yet poised. Our employees are committed to ensuring that each guest’s stay is perfect. Auberge du Soleil is a member of Relais & Châteaux, an international association of 500+ elite independent hotels and restaurants in 60 countries. Founded in France and headquartered in Paris, the association serves as an ambassador for the French "joie de vivre" and the highest culinary standards. As an employee of Auberge du Soleil, you will enjoy not only the stunning beauty of our gorgeous Napa Valley hillside, but also competitive pay, benefits, and a challenging, fun working environment.

Job Description

Embark on a rewarding journey with our team as a Server - Back Server, where your role is pivotal in crafting extraordinary dining experiences. As a part of our team, you'll be at the heart of catering to the business, our esteemed guests, and sustaining harmony amongst the team. The Back Server reports directly to the F&B management team. Back Servers are members of the restaurant dining room service teams and are trained to possess knowledge pertaining to our property, food, and beverage programs. The Back Server is responsible for serving the needs of the business, our guests, and our colleagues by ensuring an outstanding and memorable dining experience for each guest. The Back Server plays a supporting role to the Server - Captain during Lunch and Dinner services.

The starting pay rate for this position is $16.90-$17.90 per hour plus tips. This is the pay rate for this position that Auberge du Soleil reasonably expects to pay. Decisions regarding individual pay will be based on a number of factors, such as experience and education.

• Facilitate the guest dining experience by taking orders, anticipating needs, and delivering all items efficiently.
• Relate with guests to ensure satisfaction with beverages and meals, maintaining a consistently heartfelt and high-quality service.
• Comply with Auberge Collection standards and make thoughtful suggestions for upselling unique menu items.
• Accurately and quickly take and place orders, input them into the POS system, and handle billing.
• Operate, maintain, and clean restaurant equipment and fittings.
• Ensure the restaurant/outlets are tidy, organized, and follow safe food handling procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in the foodservice/hospitality industry.
• Good knowledge of food and wine. Experience at a luxury hospitality property preferred.
• Superior professional appearance and manner, good character to work in a fast‑paced team.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, according to department needs.
• Ability to obtain relevant state and local government certifications, such as food handlers certificate or alcohol training certifications, as applicable to the position.

Skills

• Must possess strong organizational and time management qualities
• Must possess a strong interest in learning about food, wine and cocktails
• Customer service oriented attitude with strong hospitality skills
• Great communication skills
• Confidence and ability to perform under pressure

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to stand for at least 8 hours and be able to lift up, push, and pull at least 50 pounds

Additional Information

About Auberge Collection - Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one‑of‑a‑kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

About Friedkin - Friedkin is a privately held family of global brands spanning automotive, entertainment, hospitality, investments, and sports. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company is led by Chief Executive Dan Friedkin, and united by a mission to build breakthrough brands that redefine the status quo. The Friedkin portfolio includes Gulf States Toyota, 30WEST, Accelerated Solutions Group, AS Roma, Ascent Automotive Group, Auberge Collection, Congaree, Copilot Capital, Diamond Creek, Everton Football Club, GSFSGroup, Imperative Entertainment, Legendary Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and Westside Lexus.

Terre du Soleil Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Terre du Soleil Ltd provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Terre du Soleil Ltd complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.