Server (Part-Time)

Mainsail Lodging & Development; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mainsail Lodging & Development is seeking enthusiastic servers to deliver gracious, professional dining experiences at our Autograph Collection property. You will welcome guests, describe menu items, upsell courses and wine pairings, and work with Front of House staff to uphold Exceptional service standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or higher, hospitality experience, strong customer service and communication skills, and comfort with POS systems and tablets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher is required.
• Experience in hospitality or serving is preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Able to use POS systems and tablets.
• Wine and liquor knowledge is a plus.
• Team player with Front of House experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and provide gracious service.
• Serve guests following the highest standards.
• Set tables with proper utensils and condiments.
• Upsell menu items and pair wines.
• Maintain knowledge of menu items.
• Assist with daily cleaning and station upkeep.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Technology literacy

Beverage knowledge

Team player

Menu knowledge

Ownership mindset

Education

High school diploma or higher

Tools

POS system

Tablets (iPad)

Computers

Job description

We’re looking for enthusiastic, fun, and energetic people who take the work seriously, but not themselves. Let’s see if we’re a fit. We hope so.

Servers will be responsible for the dining experience to include greeting the guests, serving the guest in a gracious and professional manner that represents the highest of standards to ensure exceptional service to all guests that is consistent and continually in accordance with the Autograph Collection standards under the franchise of Mainsail.

What you have

• High school diploma, equivalent, or higher
• Previous experience in hospitality, preferably as a server
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to use technology, e.g., tablets, iPads, computers, and POS system
• Beverage knowledge, including wine and liquor
• Ability to work on a team with members of the Front of House staff
• Proven experience in describing dishes and beverages to guests
• Ability to handle station, and work in a clean, organized, and efficient manner
• A sense of ownership in everything that you do

What you’ll do

• Serve guest in an efficient and courteous manner following the proper steps of service
• Set up tables with items needed for service (i.e. flatware, drinkware, condiments, linens, etc.
• Maintain knowledge of current menu items, including ingredients, preparation, accompaniments, and sauces
• Bus tables quickly and quietly, ensuring table is thoroughly cleaned
• Upsell menu items to guests, as well as pairing wine with the meal
• Ensure guest tables are properly set up during meal period, making sure appropriate flatware and drinkware is placed
• Participate in daily cleaning of dining room and service stations
• Attend monthly department meetings and daily standups
• Follow cash handling procedures, and be able to explain shortages and overages
• Other necessary duties as reasonably assigned

Physical Demand

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time

• Ability to bend

• Ability to lift, pull 50 lbs

• Ability to communicate clearly

• Ability to work long hours as needed

Mental Demands

• Make sound judgments quickly

• Work on multiple tasks, making appropriate progress towards deadlines

• Able to work independently, take direction, and provide direction to others

• Manage differing personalities within the property, the resort, and the community

• Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality

• Ability to work effectively in stressful, high pressure situations

• Ability to effectively handle challenges in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary

Mainsail is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military service and veteran status, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.