Server Runner Host

LG ITALIAN INC; Los Gatos (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent upscale Italian restaurant in Los Gatos seeks dedicated team members to offer exceptional hospitality. Candidates should have a background in food service and customer relations, with a commitment to creating a welcoming atmosphere. Responsibilities include serving guests, managing reservations, and maintaining cleanliness. The position offers competitive salary, paid training, and various benefits in a vibrant team environment.

Benefits

Paid Training

401(k)

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service, food service, or related fields.
• Ability to build rapport with guests.
• RBS certified within 30 days of hire.
• Serve Safe certified within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an exceptional level of customer service and professionalism.
• Explain menu items and provide recommendations.
• Serve food and beverages in an upscale environment.
• Clean, prepare and set dining areas before, during, and after service.
• Support FOH and BOH teams during shifts.
• Take phone reservations and orders.

Skills

Customer service experience

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Excellent verbal communication

Reliability

Job description

Benefits:

Paid Training

401(k)

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Centonove is an upscale, Italian restaurant located in the heart of downtown Los Gatos. We are a gathering place for guests to relax, enjoy the food and drink of Italy, while they connect with friends and family. Our lunch and dinner menu offers traditional handmade pastas, gourmet pizzas and an extensive Italian wine menu--as well as Italian beers and traditional cocktails.

Centonove is looking for great people to join our small, family team. We are seeking candidates who take pride in creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that represents classic Italian (and Los Gatos) hospitality. The ideal candidate has restaurant experience, enjoys engaging with guests--and most importantly--is honest, reliable and committed to representing Centonove. We offer room for advancement, competitive pay (including great tips), retirement benefits, discounts--and a great work environment.

If you feel you are a fit, we would love to learn more about you!

Responsibilities:

Maintain an exceptional level of customer service, hospitality and professionalism in a fast-paced environment

Explain menu items and provide recommendations based on customers’ needs

Serve food and beverages to guests in an upscale dining environment

Clean, prepare and set the dining areas before, during and after service

Find ways to support the FOH and BOH teams during your shifts

Take phone reservations and orders, expedite takeout and delivery

Perform other restaurant duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Previous experience in customer service, food service, or other related fields

Ability to build rapport with guests and provide excellent customer service

Thrive in a fast-paced, high energy restaurant environment

Reliability, consistency and a great attitude

Excellent verbal communication skills

RBS certified (within 30 days of hire)

Serve Safe certified (within 30 days of hire)