Server Dear Olivia Bar & Kitchen

Dearoliviaparkland; Florida; On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Paid time off

Benefits

Energetic, focused and collaborative

Immediate Opening

Job summary

Dear Olivia Bar and Kitchen in South Florida is seeking experienced servers to deliver attentive, knowledgeable, and personalized service in a fast‑paced, high‑volume dining room. You will guide guests through the menu, make thoughtful recommendations, and contribute to a memorable dining experience.

You will upsell cocktails and wines, collaborate with a cohesive team, and uphold food safety and service standards while maintaining a polished, welcoming presence with every guest interaction.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of serving in a high-volume dining environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food, wine, and cocktail pairings.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for hospitality.
• Polished appearance, positive attitude, and ability to stay composed under pressure.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Excellent organization, multitasking, and prioritization in a fast-paced setting.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Compliance with food safety, sanitation, and alcohol service guidelines.
• Food handler and alcohol service certifications are required or willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly, guide them through the menu, and make personal recommendations.
• Provide attentive, efficient service and ensure guest satisfaction throughout dining.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders, relay to kitchen/bar, and deliver promptly.
• Maintain detailed knowledge of the menu, ingredients, and daily specials.
• Upsell menu items, cocktails, and wines to enhance the guest experience and drive sales.
• Handle guest inquiries and dietary restrictions with professionalism.

Skills

Serving experience

Wine knowledge

Cocktail knowledge

Customer service

Team player

Job description

Company Overview

At Dear Olivia Bar and Kitchen, we’re all about creating a vibrant, light, and upbeat environment where guests can enjoy elevated American cuisine in a welcoming space. Operated by P Hospitality Management, a growing hospitality collective in South Florida with multiple exciting concepts, we offer an excellent opportunity for team members to grow and develop in the hospitality industry. As part of our team, you’ll work in a fast‑paced setting, serving modern takes on classic American favorites, handcrafted cocktails, and a curated wine selection. We value creativity, teamwork, and a passion for hospitality, providing a supportive environment where you can thrive and help deliver exceptional dining experiences. Join us and be part of a team that celebrates great food, positive energy, and unforgettable moments for both our guests and our staff.

Job Summary

Servers at Dear Olivia deliver exceptional hospitality by providing attentive, knowledgeable, and personalized service to ensure an unforgettable experience for every guest.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly, guide them through the menu, and make personalized recommendations.
• Provide attentive and efficient service, ensuring guest satisfaction throughout the dining experience.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders, relay them to the kitchen and bar, and deliver items promptly.
• Maintain detailed knowledge of the menu, including ingredients, preparation methods, and daily specials.
• Upsell menu items, cocktails, and wines to enhance the guest experience and drive sales.
• Handle guest inquiries, special requests, and dietary restrictions with professionalism and care.
• Process payments accurately, including handling cash, credit cards, and gift certificates.
• Set up, clean, and maintain tables and service areas before, during, and after shifts.
• Monitor guest satisfaction, anticipate needs, and address any concerns or issues promptly.
• Collaborate with team members and management to maintain smooth service and resolve challenges.
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines to ensure a clean and safe work environment.
• Assist with side work, including stocking supplies, polishing glassware, and resetting tables.
• Participate in team meetings, tastings, and training sessions to stay informed and maintain high standards.
• Represent the Dear Olivia brand with professionalism, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 1-2 years of serving experience in a high-volume dining environment preferred.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of food, wine, and cocktail pairings, as well as elevated dining service standards.
• Customer Service Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for hospitality.
• Professionalism: Polished appearance, positive attitude, and ability to remain composed under pressure.
• Team Player: Ability to collaborate effectively with coworkers and support a team-oriented environment.
• Organization: Strong attention to detail, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced setting.
• Flexibility: Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Compliance: Commitment to adhering to food safety, sanitation, and alcohol service guidelines.
• Licensing: Must have or be willing to obtain required food handler and alcohol service certifications.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The work that servers do is both physically and mentally demanding. They are on their feet much of the time. Servers must work well under pressure and exercise tact and patience when dealing with employees and customers.
• The description of the physical demands and the work environment characteristics here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform and those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific sensory abilities required by this job include sight, taste, smell, and hearing.
• While performing the duties of this job, hazards include, but are not limited to, cuts, slipping, tripping, falls and burns.

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive salaries
• Paid time off
• Benefits
• Energetic, focused and collaborative work environment
• Only local candidates will be contacted; there is no relocation for this position. Immediate Opening.
• We Encourage a Diverse Workforce: Corvina and P Hospitality Management believes that a diversified group of associates contributes to a culture of values, team spirit and company growth. We feel this helps us to adapt to and embrace the diverse cultures and beliefs of our customers and the communities in which we live, work and do business.

We Encourage a Diverse Workforce: Dear Olivia and P Hospitality Management believes that a diversified group of associates contributes to a culture of values, team spirit and company growth. We feel this helps us to adapt to and embrace the diverse cultures and beliefs of our customers and the communities in which we live, work and do business. If you’re looking for a company that respects your unique merits, professionalism, and skills, we’d like to talk to you.

We thank all that apply, but only those candidates who meet the position requirements will be contacted. Dear Olivia and P Hospitality Management conducts all employment‑related activities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local employment discrimination laws. We are a Drug Free workplace.