TENNESSEE STATE PARKS LEAD SERVER - 091702026-81071

State of Tennessee; Spencer (TN); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Tennessee, located at Fall Creek Falls State Park Lodge in Van Buren County, seeks an experienced restaurant supervisor to lead daily shifts, serve guests in the lounge and dining areas, and ensure timely food and beverage service. The role requires coaching new servers, stocking and setting up tables, and suggesting wine pairings while promoting locally sourced beverages.

Applicants must have at least one year of food service experience and obtain ServSafe/TIPS within 90 days;

Qualifications

• This position requires one year of food service experience.
• Within 90 days, obtain TIPS/ServSafe and Alcohol certifications.
• ServSafe Food Safety certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Coach and train servers in restaurant service standards.
• Stock and set up restaurant and catering tables for shifts.
• Ensure guest satisfaction by timely food and beverage orders.
• Participate in pre-shift meetings to discuss objectives and specials.
• Suggest wine pairings to complement guest selections.
• Familiar with local beverage offerings and product knowledge.

Skills

Active Learning

Instructing

Coordination

Mathematics

Speaking

Auditory Attention

Stamina

Tools

POS System

Telephone

Kitchen Appliances

Bar Tools

Job description

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time 09/17/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Job Information

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time 09/17/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Closing Date/Time 09/30/2026 11:59PM Central Time

Salary (Hourly) $10.50

Job Type Full-Time

City, State Location Spencer, TN

Department Environment and Conservation

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND CONSERVATION, VAN BUREN COUNTY

This position is located at Fall Creek Falls State Park Lodge in Van Buren County.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Experience equivalent to one year of experience of food service work.

Necessary Special Qualifications

Applicants for this class must within 90 days of their hire date obtain:

• TIPS or ServSafe and Alcohol
• ServSafe Food Safety

Examination Method

Education and Experience, 100%, for Preferred Service positions.

Overview

This position involves leading daily shifts in the restaurant and serving food and beverages to guests in both the lounge and dining areas.

Responsibilities

• Coach and train new or existing servers in restaurant service standards and catering events.
• Assist with stocking and setting up restaurant and catering tables before each shift or function.
• Ensure guest satisfaction by placing food and beverage orders in a timely manner.
• Assist with pre-shift meetings to discuss shift objectives and nightly food and drink specials.
• Suggest wine pairings to guests to complement their food selections.
• Be familiar with locally sourced beverage offerings and can distinguish the unique nature of each product to guests.

Competencies (KSA's)

• Customer Focus
• Plans and Aligns
• Directs Work
• Instills Trust
• Communicates Effectively

Knowledges

• Customer and Personal Service
• Clerical
• Food Production

Skills

• Active Learning and Listening
• Instructing
• Coordination
• Mathematics
• Speaking

Abilities

• Auditory Attention
• Prolonged Stamina
• Limb and/or Full Body Flexibility
• Multilimb Coordination
• Reaction Time

Tools & Equipment

• Computer/ Point of Sale System/ Printer
• Telephone
• Small kitchen appliances
• Bar tools and equipment