Server - Desert 5 Spot DC

Desert 5 Spot; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Desert 5 Spot in Washington, DC is seeking experienced servers to welcome guests and guide them through memorable dining experiences. Our restaurant blends rustic Mojave vibes with live music and a lively western atmosphere, offering classic Americana dishes, cocktails, and a vibrant bar scene.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in fine dining, knowledge of wine pairings, and strong communication. You will greet guests, relay specials, take accurate orders, manage allergies, and ensure flawless

Qualifications

• 2+ years in fine dining service.
• Knowledge of menu and house specials.
• Ability to upsell and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and provide gracious hospitality.
• Take orders accurately, noting allergies and substitutions.
• Inform guests of specials and upsell when appropriate.
• Ensure correct utensils and course timing.
• Process payments and drop checks promptly.
• Keep service areas clean and organized.
• Assist with side duties as needed.

Skills

Fine dining experience

Guest interaction

Multitasking

Wine pairing knowledge

Excellent listener

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Desert 5 Spot - DC - Washington , DC 20002, Salary Range: $18.40 - $18.40 Hourly, Job Category: Restaurant - Food Service, *** Open Interviews Experienced Servers***

Wednesday 10/21/26 @ 3-8PM

Desert 5 Spot: 400 Morse St NE, Washington, DC 20002

About Us

Desert 5 Spot brings the rustic allure of Pioneertown and Cosmic Americana to Washington DC. Named after the colorful Mojave Desert flower and inspired by Joshua Tree hideouts, throwback roadside motels, and western nostalgia, Desert 5 Spot is the ultimate watering hole for country music lovers.

Downstairs, we’re slangin’ classic Americana dishes, specialty cocktails, frozen margaritas, and cold beers, making this the perfect place where cowboys come together. Featuring daily live performances by emerging country artists and the Desert 5 All Stars band. Upstairs, it’s bull rides, strong pours, DJ-spun country, line dancing lessons and a patio built for boot-stompin’ under the stars. Desert 5 Spot welcomes one and all to leave their tensions and pretensions at the door, put on their boots, and let the good times roll.

Position Summary

Our servers provide gracious hospitality while guiding guests through memorable dining experiences.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Demonstrate good customer service by welcoming guests warmly.
• Possesses in-depth knowledge of all food and beverage menus and the company.
• Informs guests of all food and beverage specials.
• Efficiently and effectively take guests orders, including allergies and substitutions.
• Mark with the appropriate utensils for the corresponding dishes.
• Conduct quality checks with guests.
• Replenish as needed by bussing and resetting tables.
• Understand successful beverage service and ensure positive flow of business.
• Promptly drop checks and process payments accurately.
• Having proper napkin service with the correct etiquette.
• Keep side stations clean and organized.
• Completes all end of shift financial procedures accurately.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for an extended period.
• May be required to lift trays of food or drinks up to 20 lbs.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks.
• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.
• Must be able to bend or lift up to 50 lbs.

Skills/Experience

• At least two (2) years’ previous fine dining experience.
• Experience with food and wine pairing.
• Excellent listener and communicator.
• Ability to focus on guest interaction and multitask.
• Team player and able to anticipate others’ needs.
• Understands sequence of service and coursing.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays when required.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.