Wait Staff - Chartway Arena - ODU - Ted Constant Convocation Ctr

Aramark; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Server in Norfolk, VA to provide an excellent guest experience. You will take orders, serve food and drinks, and help create memorable moments for guests during events.

Ideal candidates have prior server or food service experience, strong customer service and communication skills, and the ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends. A food safety certification may be required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a server or in food service role preferred
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• Working knowledge of food safety principles and procedures
• Must be able to obtain a food safety certification
• Must be available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends

Responsibilities

• Serves food and beverage to guests according to guests orders and/or banquet menu
• Maintains knowledge of menu items and all other offerings
• Maintains appearance and cleanliness of food service areas during event
• Replenishes food and beverage product
• Adheres to all alcohol service policies and safe drinking guidelines including checking guests’ identification
• Provides excellent customer service, anticipating guests’ needs
• Breaks down and cleans/sanitizes food service areas, workstations, and equipment
• Maintains a positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Food safety

Flexibility

Job description

Job Description

Serving others prepares you to lead others. As a Server on our team, you?ll master the art of creating an awesome customer experience. You?ll be responsible for taking orders, serving food and drinks, and making unforgettable memories with guests. Our Servers love to keep our guests satisfied and are problem‑solvers at heart. By focusing on ways to better the customer experience, you?ll be able to refine your leadership skills and open new doors for your career. Start your journey with us and pursue what matters to you.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $18.00 to $18.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark?s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS

Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.

Job Responsibilities

• Serves food and beverage to guests according to guests orders and/or banquet menu


• Maintains knowledge of menu items and all other offerings


• Maintains appearance and cleanliness of food service areas during event


• Replenishes food and beverage product


• Adheres to all alcohol service policies and safe drinking guidelines including checking guests? identification


• Provides excellent customer service, anticipating guests? needs


• Breaks down and cleans/sanitizes food service areas, workstations, and equipment


• Maintains a positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.


• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation


• Ensures security of company assets

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a server or in food service role preferred


• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills


• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal


• Working knowledge of food safety principles and procedures


• Must be able to obtain a food safety certification


• Must be available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Education

(No formal educational requirements provided.)

About Aramark

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you?re pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.

Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.