Server - The Hotel Zamora

The Hotel Zamora; Saint Pete Beach (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid short-term disability

401k company match

Paid holidays and competitive PTO

Job summary

A beautiful boutique hotel in St. Pete Beach is seeking a Server to enhance its Food & Beverage experience. The role requires friendly and professional interaction with guests while managing multiple tables. Candidates should have experience in hospitality and strong communication skills. Part-time and full-time morning shifts are available, and benefits for full-time employees include medical insurance and 401k match. Join a hotel committed to providing excellent service and a positive guest experience.

Qualifications

• Previous hotel/hospitality or related service industry experience is strongly preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow directions in a multi-lingual environment.
• Must be able to pass required Alcohol service training.

Responsibilities

• Serves multiple tables as determined by management.
• Takes and fills customer orders efficiently.
• Checks identification of guests to ensure legal age for alcohol consumption.
• Maintain cleanliness and smooth operation of the restaurant.
• Clear and reset tables quickly and efficiently.
• Check guest IDs to ensure legal drinking age and handle payments accurately.
• Elevate issues to management when needed.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Friendly and courteous demeanor

POS operation

Tools

POS systems

Cash handling

Job description

The Hotel Zamora, a beautiful boutique hotel located in St. Pete Beach, FL, is seeking a Server. The Hotel Zamora is under new ownership and management with Sherman Associates, an accomplished and proven real estate development and management company. Our commitment to people and our vision for the future, combined with our history of success spanning decades, makes Sherman Associates who we are today. With stunning views overlooking the Intercoastal Waterway and Gulf of Mexico, the Hotel Zamora provides a luxurious retreat for its guests. Besides relaxing in the beautifully appointed guest rooms, our guests experience intuitive service in our Rooftop Lounge, Sidewalk Restaurant, Private Dining, and Meeting/Banquet space.

This position plays a major role in the hotel's Food & Beverage experience. The Spirit to Serve is a key element in a positive customer experience. A server must be friendly, courteous, professional, and demonstrate strong communication skills. Must be able to manage multiple priorities, think/act quickly and effectively while maintaining self‑composure.

Schedule: We are currently seeking part‑time and/or full‑time morning availability to include both evenings and weekends!

Essential Functions

• Serves multiple tables, as determined by management
• Understands Room Service, Club Lounge, Banquet and Restaurant's food and beverage menu
• Takes and fills customer orders
• Upsells alcohol and food items
• Uses the computer to ring orders and guest checks
• Interacts with all guests in a friendly/fast manner
• Accepts different types of payments and makes accurate change
• Maintains specific side-work and ensures the cleanliness and smooth operation of the restaurant
• Quickly clears and resets tables
• Checks identification of guests to ensure legal age to consume alcoholic beverages. Refuses to serve beverages in a polite manner to guests who are not of legal age
• If consuming alcoholic beverages, observes guest's behavior, counts number of drinks served, and if the server feels they should not drive, offers
• Knows when to elevate situations for management intervention
• Completes other tasks and duties as assigned based on business needs

Minimum Requirements

• Previous hotel/hospitality or related service industry experience is strongly preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow directions in a multi‑lingual environment
• Must be able to pass required Alcohol service training
• A passion for the mission, vision, and values of Sherman Associates
• Schedule may vary due to the specific needs of the hotel

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to full‑time employees which may include:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer‑paid short term disability
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Additional supplemental insurance policies including: Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness; Hospital Indemnity; Long‑Term Disability; Pet insurance
• Employer‑paid employee assistance program
• Fully vested 401k company match program
• 9 Paid holidays and competitive PTO program
• Sherman Associates' Starbucks and Hotel discounts

Sherman Associates is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans to apply.

This job advertisement is intended to provide information essential to understanding the scope of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

Only applicants who complete our online application process will be considered for employment. Applicants that need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact [e-mail].

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