Server- Part-Time Weekends

Larchmont Yacht Club, Inc.; Larchmont (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Larchmont Yacht Club, Inc. is seeking experienced Servers for a year-round, part-time weekend role. You will deliver attentive, personalized service across dining venues, events, and private parties, ensuring a warm, polished hospitality experience for members and their guests.

Ideal candidates are personable, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tables while maintaining high service standards in a member-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of Server experience in restaurant, private club, hotel, or similar hospitality setting.
• Experience in upscale casual dining or private club service preferred.
• Working knowledge of food preparation, menu ingredients, wines, spirits, cocktails, and beverage service.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, professional service to members and guests per Club standards.
• Welcome members warmly, explain menu offerings, and create an inviting dining experience.
• Manage assigned tables, ensure timely orders, delivery, and follow-up.
• Develop knowledge of Club menus, daily specials, ingredients, prep methods, and beverages.
• Make menu recommendations and answer questions about offerings.
• Learn and remember member preferences for personalized service.
• Address service concerns professionally and involve management when needed.
• Ensure proper timing of courses and coordinate with kitchen and service team.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Professionalism

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Larchmont, NY 10538, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $23.00 - $25.00 Hourly, Server | Part-Time Weekends (Friday–Sunday)Larchmont Yacht Club | Larchmont, New YorkPosition: Part-Time | Year-Round | Weekends | Non-TippedLocation: On-SiteDepartment: Food & BeverageSchedule: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday | Day and Evening Shifts

About Larchmont Yacht Club

Founded in 1880, Larchmont Yacht Club is one of the nation's premier private yacht clubs, located on an exceptional 11-acre waterfront campus overlooking Long Island Sound, just outside New York City. Known for its distinguished sailing heritage, welcoming member community, and commitment to exceptional hospitality, the Club offers a unique setting for dining, recreation, and special events. Dining is an important part of the Larchmont Yacht Club experience. From relaxed family lunches and waterfront dining to elegant dinners, private celebrations, regattas, and holiday events, our Food & Beverage team creates memorable experiences for members and their guests.

We are looking for professional, personable individuals who enjoy connecting with people, take pride in their work, and want to be part of a collaborative hospitality team.

Position Summary

Larchmont Yacht Club is seeking experienced, enthusiastic, and service-oriented Servers to join our Food & Beverage team in a year-round, part-time weekend position. Servers are responsible for delivering attentive, personalized food and beverage service to members and their guests across the Club's dining venues, private events, and special occasions. From welcoming members and explaining menu selections to coordinating orders and anticipating dining needs, our Servers play an essential role in creating the warm, polished hospitality for which Larchmont Yacht Club is known.

This opportunity is particularly well suited for college students, teachers seeking supplemental income, experienced restaurant professionals interested in additional weekend hours, and individuals who enjoy working in a professional, member-focused dining environment. Successful candidates are confident, personable, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple tables while maintaining a high standard of service. They understand that great hospitality is about more than taking orders. It is about making people feel welcome, remembering preferences, and ensuring every dining experience is enjoyable.

Key Responsibilities

Member Dining and Personalized Service

• Provide attentive, professional food and beverage service to members and their guests in accordance with Club standards.
• Welcome members and guests warmly, introduce menu offerings, and create a comfortable and inviting dining experience.
• Manage assigned tables throughout service, ensuring timely order taking, food delivery, beverage service, and appropriate follow-up.
• Develop strong knowledge of the Club's menus, daily specials, ingredients, preparation methods, and beverage selections.
• Make thoughtful menu recommendations and confidently answer questions about food and beverage offerings.
• Learn and remember member preferences to provide personalized, consistent service.
• Anticipate dining needs and respond promptly to requests while maintaining a polished and professional approach.
• Handle special requests, dietary restrictions, and allergy concerns carefully, communicating accurate information to the culinary team.
• Ensure proper timing of courses and coordinate closely with the kitchen and service team.
• Address service concerns professionally and involve management when additional assistance is needed.

Food and Beverage Service

• Accurately enter food and beverage orders into the Club's point-of-sale system.
• Serve food, wine, cocktails, and other beverages in accordance with established service standards and applicable regulations.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of wines, spirits, cocktails, and appropriate food and beverage pairings.
• Maintain table presentation, including proper place settings, glassware, silverware, and dining accessories.
• Monitor tables throughout service, ensuring timely clearing, replenishment, and preparation for subsequent courses.
• Prepare and present accurate member charges and complete billing procedures according to Club policies.
• Follow responsible alcohol service practices and all applicable food safety and sanitation requirements.

Dining Room and Event Operations

• Prepare dining rooms, waterfront dining areas, and service stations for daily operations.
• Complete opening, closing, and side work responsibilities, including stocking supplies and maintaining organized work areas.
• Assist with table setup, service preparation, and breakdown for private parties, regattas, holiday celebrations, and special events.
• Maintain a clean, attractive, and welcoming dining environment throughout each shift.
• Support service in different dining venues based on business needs and operational requirements.

Teamwork and Hospitality

• Work collaboratively with fellow Servers, Server Assistants, Food Runners, Bartenders, culinary staff, and dining managers.
• Communicate clearly and professionally to ensure accurate orders, smooth service, and a positive member experience.
• Remain organized, attentive, and composed during busy dining periods.
• Support coworkers when needed and contribute to a respectful, team-oriented work environment.
• Represent Larchmont Yacht Club with professionalism, courtesy, and a genuine commitment to hospitality.

Ideal Background

We welcome experienced hospitality professionals who are looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity in a distinctive private club environment. This position may be an excellent fit for: College students with restaurant experience seeking consistent weekend employment. Teachers and education professionals interested in supplemental weekend income. Experienced restaurant Servers looking for additional part-time hours. Hospitality professionals with backgrounds in upscale casual dining, fine dining, private clubs, hotels, or resorts. Catering and event Servers interested in expanding their experience in member-focused dining. Candidates who enjoy building relationships with returning guests and providing thoughtful, personalized service will particularly appreciate the private club environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience as a Server in a restaurant, private club, hotel, or comparable hospitality setting; two years preferred.
• Experience in upscale casual dining, fine dining, or private club service preferred.
• Working knowledge of food preparation, menu ingredients, wines, spirits, cocktails, and beverage service.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a friendly, professional demeanor.
• Ability to manage multiple tables and priorities while maintaining service quality.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.
• Ability to remain calm, courteous, and efficient during high-volume dining periods.
• Experience using point-of-sale systems and processing guest or member charges.
• Ability to communicate dietary restrictions and food allergy concerns accurately.
• Dependable attendance, punctuality, and commitment to scheduled shifts.
• Must meet applicable legal age requirements for serving alcoholic beverages.
• Food safety and responsible alcohol service certifications preferred.

Schedule and Availability

This is a year-round, part-time position requiring availability on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Candidates must be available for both daytime and evening shifts based on the Club's dining operations, member activity, and special events. Flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and major holiday weekends based on business needs. Additional shifts may be available depending on operational requirements. Consistent weekend availability, punctuality, and reliability are essential.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout a shift.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent bending, reaching, carrying trays, and moving between dining and service areas.
• Ability to work safely in busy indoor dining rooms and outdoor waterfront environments.
• Ability to perform essential duties in varying weather conditions when assigned to outdoor dining venues.

Why Join Larchmont Yacht Club?

Enjoy year-round, part-time weekend employment in a beautiful waterfront setting while working alongside an experienced, supportive hospitality team. You'll have the opportunity to provide personalized service, build lasting relationships with members, and gain experience across clubhouse dining, outdoor waterfront venues, and special events. Whether you're balancing college, teaching, or another hospitality position, Larchmont Yacht Club offers a professional and welcoming workplace where teamwork, service excellence, and your contributions are valued. If you take pride in exceptional service and enjoy creating memorable dining experiences, we encourage you to join the Larchmont Yacht Club Food & Beverage team.