Server, Bar Bibi

Left Lane Hospitality Group LLC; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and paid holidays

401k matching

Health and telehealth benefits

Discounts on resort offerings

Complimentary meals in team member café

Job summary

A leading hospitality group is seeking a motivated Server for their poolside restaurant. This role involves delivering exceptional hospitality, managing food and beverage service, and ensuring a memorable experience for guests. Ideal candidates will have experience in food and beverage service, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position requires flexibility for various shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food and beverage service, preferably in a poolside or outdoor bar setting.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and ensure a memorable experience.
• Take food and drink orders accurately and promptly.
• Prepare and serve beverages according to standards.
• Deliver food orders from the kitchen to guests.
• Process guest payments accurately and handle transactions.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the pool bar area.
• Monitor compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Cocktail preparation

Cash handling

Physical stamina

Job description

LEFT LANE is a vertically integrated real estate design, development and management firm specializing in the acquisition and transformation of iconic, historic properties. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, dynamic, and inspiring workplace and company culture where our team members are inspired to create lasting impressions through warm, anticipatory service. How we want our guests to feel when staying with us is the same as… how we want our team to feel every day.

LEFT LANE’s flagship property is Hotel Bardo Savannah, named one of the best hotels in the world in 2024 by Travel + Leisure and Conde Nast Traveler. Hotel Bardo team member benefits include PTO and paid holidays, 401k matching, health and telehealth benefits, discounts on resort offerings like rooms, dining, shop and spa, complimentary onsite fitness classes, complimentary meals in our team member café and more.

About the role

Our Food & Beverage team at Hotel Bardo Savannah is currently looking for a motivated and attentive Server for our poolside restaurant, Bar Bibi. This individual will be responsible for providing warm, anticipatory and efficient service to resort guests and club members. This individual will be tasked with ensuring that guests and club members have a memorable experience by delivering exceptional hospitality and assisting them with their food and beverage needs.

What you\'ll do

• Greet guests and club members warmly (by name when possible) as they arrive and throughout their experience
• Take food and drink orders accurately and promptly, making recommendations as needed and ensuring preferences are noted.
• Prepare and serve beverages, including cocktails, mocktails, beers, wines, and non‑alcoholic drinks, following recipes and brand presentation standards.
• Deliver food orders from the kitchen to guests and club members, ensuring items are served promptly and at the correct temperature.
• Provide attentive service throughout guests’ and club members’ visit, checking on them regularly to ensure their satisfaction and offering refills or additional items as needed.
• Process guest payments accurately, handling cash and credit card transactions and closing out checks at the end of each shift.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the pool bar area, including clearing tables, wiping down surfaces, and restocking supplies as needed.
• Monitor and comply with all health and safety regulations, including proper food handling and sanitation practices.
• Assist with opening and closing duties, including setting up for service, restocking inventory, and securing the area at the end of the day.
• Collaborate with other team members, including bartenders, kitchen staff, pool experience models and brand, to ensure smooth operation and guest and club member satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food and beverage service, preferably in a poolside or outdoor bar setting.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a friendly and outgoing personality.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Strong knowledge of alcoholic and non‑alcoholic beverages, including cocktail preparation and presentation.
• Basic math skills for handling cash and processing transactions accurately.
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, and lift trays for extended periods in a hot outdoor environment.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays, as business needs require.
• Certification in responsible alcohol service (e.g., TIPS certification) preferred but not required.