Taco Tempo Server | Full-Time

Courtyard/Residence Inn; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Taco Tempo in Lake Nona Town Center invites energetic servers to join our vibrant, Mexican-inspired venue. You will greet guests, take orders, enter them into the POS, and ensure timely delivery of food and drinks while maintaining a lively, guest-focused atmosphere.

Ideal candidates have hospitality experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Availability Thursday through Saturday and outdoor work are required; training provided.

Qualifications

• Previous serving or hospitality experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Friendly, outgoing, and guest-focused personality
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for hospitality and creating elevated guest experiences

Responsibilities

• Takes guests’ orders using table numbers and appropriate order-taking methods
• Enters orders accurately into the POS system
• Serves food and beverages promptly and professionally
• Ensures a final quality check of all food and beverages before serving
• Monitors assigned tables to ensure guest satisfaction and respond to needs
• Familiarizes themselves with all menus, including food, cocktails, margaritas, tequila flights, and specials
• Answers questions and makes recommendations on menu items, including pairings
• Explains menu items, preparation methods, and ingredients when requested
• Promotes daily/nightly specials and creatively upsells products to guests
• Checks guest identification to verify age requirements for alcohol consumption
• Accurately prepares and presents guest bills and ensures proper payment is received
• Follows all bookkeeping and cash-handling procedures
• Accurately reports tips and shift times at the end of each shift
• Resets dining areas after guests depart and maintains cleanliness throughout shift
• Cleans and properly sanitizes tables, counters, and chairs
• Performs food and beverage prep duties (stocking, condiments, etc.)
• Completes all opening, ongoing, and closing side work, with manager sign-off
• Works collaboratively with team members to maintain a high-energy, smooth operation
• Creates a welcoming, fun, and engaging atmosphere consistent with the Taco Tempo brand

Skills

Hospitality mindset

Strong communication

Guest-focused

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Overview

Taco Tempo is a vibrant, Mexican-inspired food and drink destination located in the heart of Lake Nona Town Center. Known for its energetic atmosphere, bold flavors, and social vibe, we are the go-to spot for golden hour gatherings, late-night bites, and unforgettable nights out with friends.

Servers are the face of Taco Tempo, responsible for creating memorable guest experiences through exceptional service, product knowledge, and engaging energy.

Responsibilities

• Takes guests’ orders using table numbers and appropriate order-taking methods

• Enters orders accurately into the POS system

• Serves food and beverages promptly and professionally

• Ensures a final quality check of all food and beverages before serving

• Monitors assigned tables to ensure guest satisfaction and respond to needs

• Familiarizes themselves with all menus, including food, cocktails, margaritas, tequila flights, and specials

• Answers questions and makes recommendations on menu items, including pairings

• Explains menu items, preparation methods, and ingredients when requested

• Promotes daily/nightly specials and creatively upsells products to guests

• Checks guest identification to verify age requirements for alcohol consumption

• Accurately prepares and presents guest bills and ensures proper payment is received

• Follows all bookkeeping and cash-handling procedures

• Accurately reports tips and shift times at the end of each shift

• Resets dining areas after guests depart and maintains cleanliness throughout shift

• Cleans and properly sanitizes tables, counters, and chairs

• Performs food and beverage prep duties (stocking, condiments, etc.)

• Completes all opening, ongoing, and closing side work, with manager sign-off

• Works collaboratively with team members to maintain a high-energy, smooth operation

• Creates a welcoming, fun, and engaging atmosphere consistent with the Taco Tempo brand

Qualifications

• Previous serving or hospitality experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Friendly, outgoing, and guest-focused personality
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for hospitality and creating elevated guest experiences

Requirements

• Must be available to work Thursday through Saturday (required)
• Must be comfortable working outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions
• Ability to stand, walk, and move continuously during shifts
• Must be able to understand, speak, read, and write basic English

Working Environment/Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to walk, and stand, 8+ hours per day.
• The team member may be asked to use hands and arms to reach, carry, pull, and lift to 25 lbs.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. This job description is subject to change at any time. The team member will be required to follow other instructions and perform other work-related duties requested by his or her supervisor.