Server - Limelight Snowmass- Summer

Aspen Skiing Company; Snowmass Village (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a renowned hospitality company as a Restaurant Server, where you'll provide exceptional service in a vibrant dining environment. This seasonal full-time position offers the chance to engage with guests and enhance their dining experience while working in a picturesque mountain setting. You'll be responsible for serving food and beverages, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring guest satisfaction. If you're passionate about hospitality and enjoy working in a fast-paced atmosphere, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the opportunity to be part of a team that values sustainability and inclusivity while creating memorable experiences for guests.

Benefits

Paid Time Off Programs

Paid Leave Programs

Employee Pass

Other company perks

Qualifications

• One year prior guest service experience is preferred.
• TIPS Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve food and beverages in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the restaurant.
• Handle cash and credit transactions using POS system.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Multitasking

Food and Beverage Knowledge

POS System Proficiency

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Basic Math Skills

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

POS Systems

Job description

Company Description

Owned and operated by Aspen Hospitality, Limelight Hotels are your home base in the places you want to explore most. The contemporary properties are set in the heart of authentic outdoor and urban communities, and each hotel is deeply connected to its surroundings – offering a unique adventure for every guest. The guest experience is an intentional journey and the elevated, yet unpretentious nature of the stay allows guests to feel nurtured and at ease. A constant across all properties is a commitment to sustainability, unmatched hospitality, and access to an Adventure Concierge to ensure a memorable stay. Limelight’s pet-friendly hotels are located in Aspen, Colorado, just steps from the downtown core; Snowmass, Colorado, offering ski-in/ski-out access to the mountain; Ketchum, Idaho, near the base of Sun Valley’s famed ski area and walking distance to town; and in Downtown Denver, Colorado, adjacent to Union Station. Two new Limelight Hotels are slated to open in Mammoth, California, and Boulder, Colorado in 2025. Learn more at www.LimelightHotels.com.

Job Description

Position Summary
The Restaurant Server serves food & beverage items in a timely, friendly and professional manner. This is performed at a table service restaurant and/or bar/lounge environment according to established standards and procedure. This position reports to the Restaurant Manager.

Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until April 6, 2025.

Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities

1. Ensure that all guests are served in a timely and professional manner
2. Ensure tables are set, condiments are stocked and menus are clean and updated
3. Stack and polish glassware and silver
4. Use sales techniques to suggest additional items and enhance the guest experience
5. Provide alcoholic beverage service to guests as well as non-alcoholic and hot beverages
6. Operate POS system and handle cash/credit transactions
7. Expedite food from kitchen to guest while maintaining cleanliness of serving equipment
8. Maintain positive communication with service and kitchen staff; Make manager aware of guest’s comments and complaints
9. Participate in daily cleaning operations for the restaurant, which can include checking bathrooms are clean, mopping, sweeping, vacuuming
10. Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements

1. High School diploma or GED preferred
2. One year prior guest service experience is preferred
3. TIPS Certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

1. Strong knowledge of food and beverage menus, including ingredients and preparation methods
2. Proficient knowledge in computer programs such as Microsoft Office or POS systems preferred
3. Excellent customer service skills with a friendly and professional demeanor
4. Ability to take accurate orders and communicate them effectively to the kitchen
5. Strong multitasking skills to handle multiple tables and guest requests efficiently
6. Knowledge of proper food handling, sanitation, and safety regulations
7. Ability to recommend menu items and upsell food and beverage options
8. Proficiency in using point-of-sale (POS) systems for order entry and payment processing
9. Strong communication and active listening skills for guest interactions
10. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
11. Effective problem-solving skills to handle guest concerns and special requests
12. Basic math skills for processing payments and handling gratuities accurately
13. Physical stamina to stand, walk, and carry trays for extended periods
14. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team to ensure smooth service flow
15. Flexibility to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
16. Ability to communicate and follow oral or written directions in English

Additional Information

Work Environment & Physical Demands

1. Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, smell, taste, stand, walk or be on your feet for extended period’s time
2. Regularly work in wet, hot and humid conditions for extended periods of time and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
3. Must be able to constantly lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance

Job Benefits

This position is classified as a seasonal full-time position eligible for the following benefits:
Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.

• Paid Time Off Programs
• Paid Leave Programs
• Employee Pass
• Other company perks

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.

For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks

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