THE OPTIMIST SERVICE ASSISTANT (Germantown)

Rocket Farm Restaurants LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 8,300 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discounts

Rocket Farm University

Mentorship programs

Major holiday time off

Job summary

The Optimist is hiring a Service Assistant to join their Nashville crew and support the front-of-house team in Germantown. The role involves performing steps of service, contributing to the guest experience, and working closely with teammates to maintain a high standard of hospitality.

One year of restaurant experience is required, and the position offers competitive pay of $5.15 per hour plus tips, with opportunities for raises, holidays off, dining discounts, and access to Rocket Farm

Qualifications

• One year of relevant restaurant experience required.
• Friendly, outgoing personality with the ability to read guests' cues.
• Willingness to work part-time hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the steps of service to ensure extraordinary guest experiences.
• Collaborate with the restaurant team to support service flow.
• Greet guests and ensure smooth dining room operations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Guest interaction

Critical thinking

Job description

THE OPTIMIST SERVICE ASSISTANT (Germantown)

Job Category: Front of House

Requisition Number: THEOP023276

• Part-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

The Optimist - Nashville
1400 Adams St
Nashville, TN 37208, USA

Description

At Rocket Farm Restaurants, the core philosophy that defines our culture is “We serve the person who is serving the guest.” Our culture is not something we act out on the floor of the restaurant. It starts with how we treat and serve one another in the kitchen – with dignity, respect, and care. We believe there should be no difference in how we treat and serve one another in the kitchen and how we treat and serve our guests in the dining room. We hope you agree and will consider joining us!

The Optimist brings a menu of casual, wood-fired fare to Nashville’s Germantown neighborhood, transporting landlocked Tennesseans coast side to experience fresh, sustainably sourced seafood.

The Optimist is hiring a Service Assistant to join their Nashville crew!

The Optimist is seeking a Service Assistant to work closely with the restaurant team to help perform the steps of service, ensuring extraordinary guest experiences. He/she should be friendly and outgoing with a naturally curious personality and the ability to think critically and take cues from guests’ facial expressions and demeanor. One-year relevant restaurant experience required.

Competitive pay - $5.15/hr. + tips

As a valued member of our team, you will receive:

A supportive culture and ethical work environment

Dynamic performance-based raises and promotions

Time off on most major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Dining discounts at all Rocket Farm Restaurants - Atlanta, Charlotte, Nashville, Houston, Raleigh, and Winter Park

Rocket Farm University: specialized leadership classes and personalized support for career advancement

Employee-led Mentorship programs, Advisory Council and Safety Committee

Additional benefits after 1-year of employment:

• Paid Time Off, Childbirth Recovery Leave and Parental Leave to support a healthy work-life balance
• Major Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.