Lead Fine Dining Server

At Dark Horse Estate Winery, we’re in the business of trailblazing. We established the first estate winery on the shores of Lake Huron in Huron County, a brand-new wine region. Continually evolving, we’re the dark horse in this race and we are looking for someone passionate about delighting our guests from around the world with an elevated winery experience at every touchpoint.

We are searching for a Fine Dining Server with strong knowledge of the industry and willing to jump right in and take the lead on the dining floor.

Join our hospitality team supporting our new Fine Dining, farm-to-table restaurant in our barrel cellar in the Estate Manor on the 35+ acre Estate Winery.

Qualifications:

· 2+ years of fine-dining experience

· Smart Serve Certification

· Wine knowledge and food knowledge

· Understanding of restaurant management

· Farm to table ingredient passion

· Bar knowledge

· Food handlers preferred but not required

· Evening and weekend availability.

· WSET an asset

Skills: Organizational skills, takes initiative, team player, customer service, communication skills, guests are here for the experience and our staff is a huge part of that, we want someone who takes that to heart and takes ownership and pride in what they do.

Responsibilities:

· Greeting guests

· Restaurant management when required

· Sharing knowledge of menu items and flavors, enable guests to make personal decisions based on taste and interest

· Taking orders and relaying to the kitchen

· Serving food and beverages (Including proper wine service)

· Setting and clearing tables

· Keeping your work space clean and clear of clutter

· Preparing bills and processing payment

· Ensuring every guest that walks in our door has a memorable experience and can’t wait to come back

· Other duties as required (Banquet, events, etc.)

What we offer:

Competitive pay

RRSP matching & Benefits

A chance to expand your knowledge of the wine industry

Great team environment

Tip pooling

Employee incentive programs

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Salary: Up to $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-03-01