Server & Beverage Professional - Uberto Restaurant at Quercus

Relais & Châteaux; Gay (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance benefits

Housing/shared accommodation options

Professional growth opportunities

Wine, spirit, and beverage education

Job summary

Quercus, a Relais & Châteaux property in Gay, Georgia, seeks a dedicated Server/Beverage Professional to join Uberto Restaurant and the hotel team. The role emphasizes delivering refined service, wine and cocktail knowledge, and collaboration with culinary staff to elevate guest experiences.

Responsibilities include guiding guests through dining experiences, crafting beverages, and contributing to ongoing beverage program development in a luxury, all-inclusive setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a server and/or bartender in refined dining.
• Strong knowledge of wines, spirits, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with guests from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Weekend availability (afternoon + evening) or similar scheduling requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional service for Uberto Restaurant and Quercus hotel guests.
• Provide knowledgeable guidance on dishes and beverage offerings, including wines, cocktails, spirits, and non-alcoholic options.
• Prepare and serve cocktails, wines, beers, and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes and standards.
• Create seasonal cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages with the culinary team.
• Assist with beverage program management, inventory organization, and cost awareness.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Cocktail knowledge

Guest interaction

Time management

Job description

Quercus is a luxury destination hotel and culinary experience set on 4,000 acres in Gay, Georgia. As the only Relais & Châteaux property in the state, Quercus offers an intimate, all-inclusive stay centered on exceptional service, nature, seasonal cuisine, and a deep sense of place. At the heart of the property is Uberto, Quercus’s restaurant where guests enjoy an elevated tasting menu experience led by Michelin starred chef Ryan Smith. Uberto’s service style is warm, polished, and detail-oriented, designed to complement a dynamic culinary program rooted in seasonality, craft, and storytelling. Team members in the restaurant play an important role not only in the dining experience, but also in the broader hospitality operations of the property, helping create seamless and memorable stays for each guest. At Quercus and Uberto, we are committed to thoughtful hospitality, attention to detail, and creating meaningful experiences that feel personal, generous, and deeply connected to the land.

Job Description

Uberto Restaurant at Quercus is seeking a dedicated Server / Beverage Professional to join our dynamic hospitality team. This position participates in food and beverage service for both Uberto restaurant guests and Quercus hotel guests (all-inclusive stays), and reports to our Director of Operations. In this role, you will deliver exceptional service to our guests while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and efficiency. The ideal candidate thrives in a chef-driven, fine-dining environment, possesses strong wine and cocktail knowledge, and approaches service with poise, warmth, and intention. In addition to guest service, this position will contribute to the continued development of Uberto and Quercus’s beverage program. Your tasks will include (but not be limited to): creating seasonal cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages, refining recipes and presentations, assisting with beverage inventory and organization, collaborating with the culinary and hospitality teams to ensure all beverage offerings complement the guest experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional service for Donabe and Chef's Tasting Menu alongside fellow FOH staff / wine manager / and service managers
• Welcome guests warmly and guide them through the Uberto dining experience with professionalism, care, and attention to detail
• Provide knowledgeable guidance on each dish and beverage offerings, including cocktails, wines, wine pairings, spirits, non-alcoholic offerings, and other curated selections
• Prepare and serve cocktails, wines, beers, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipes, techniques, and service standards
• Create and develop seasonal cocktails, non-alcoholic beverages, and other original beverage offerings in collaboration with culinary team
• Assist with ongoing management of beverage program, including inventory organization, ordering needs, recipe documentation, cost awareness, pars levels
• Execute fine-dining procedures throughout service: chits, allergy protocols, proper markings, synchronicity, refined guest communication
• Gather thoughtful details about guest preferences to help personalize both current and future experiences
• Assist with hotel-related food and beverage service operations as needed, including cabin service, special requests, and curated hospitality moments

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a server and/or bartender in a refined dining environment
• Strong knowledge of wines, spirits, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverage preparation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage guests from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Required availability: weekends (afternoon + evening)
• Strongly preferred: Experience in fine dining and/or tasting menu establishments
• Preferred: CMS Introductory Wine Certification (or higher)

Additional Information

• Full time position
• Competitive hourly or salaried compensation, based on experience, qualifications, and availability
• Health insurance benefits
• Potential housing or shared-accommodation options
• Opportunity for professional growth within an evolving hospitality program, and greater ownership of beverage operations
• Creative opportunities to develop cocktails, NA beverages, and pairing offerings
• Ongoing wine, spirit, cocktail, culinary and farm-based education
• Support for relevant wine, spirits, and beverage certifications