Table Service Specialist — Front-of-House Support

CW Talent; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is seeking a Table Service Assistant for Williamsburg Lodge and related venues. This role supports front-of-house and back-of-house operations, ensuring smooth service and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities include assisting servers, clearing tables, restocking, delivering food, brewing coffee, maintaining clean stations, and upholding uniform standards. Applicants must be 18+, have 1–2 years in food and beverage or customer service, and hold a current food

Qualifications

• Must be flexible to work mornings, evenings, weekends, Sundays, holidays.
• 1–2 years food & beverage or customer service experience.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Excellent public contact skills, tact, courtesy and patience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a current Williamsburg James City County food handler’s card and TIPS certification; bring both to interview if certified.
• Physical requirements include bending, lifting, and carrying trays up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to understand English.
• Maintain an upbeat attitude and a friendly demeanor.
• Greet guests and colleagues with a warm smile and respectful manner.
• Report to work as scheduled and on time; adhere to uniform policies.
• Perform assigned tasks accurately and on time.

Responsibilities

• Assist servers as needed by clearing tables and stocking work stations.
• Remove dirty dish trays and restock juice, cream, coffee, and ice.
• Walk food to guest tables and perform water and coffee service.
• Fold napkins and set up dining room prior to service periods.
• Maintain buffet line and keep food at proper temperatures.
• Polish tables, chairs, and other dining room fixtures regularly.
• Assist host with seating and maintain the daily complimentary coffee station.
• Perform other duties as required by the supervisor.

Skills

Customer service

Public contact

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is seeking a Table Service Assistant for Williamsburg Lodge and related venues. This role supports front-of-house and back-of-house operations, ensuring smooth service and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities include assisting servers, clearing tables, restocking, delivering food, brewing coffee, maintaining clean stations, and upholding uniform standards. Applicants must be 18+, have 1–2 years in food and beverage or customer service, and hold a current food