Server/Bartender

SERVER RESPONSIBILITIES

· Prepare restaurant tables as per specific set up and sanitation guidelines

· Ensure customers are welcomed upon entrance to restaurant

· Guide guests through menu items, and provide information, selections, and suggestions for a complete food and beverage guest experience

· Highlight restaurant specials and promotional items that provide a full representation of the offerings available for all dining times: breakfast, lunch, dinner, late night, happy hour, early bird etc.

· Collaborate and coordinate with other restaurant servers and kitchen/bar staff

· Address complaints or guest issues positively and expediently

· Respond quickly and effectively to guest needs including providing bills and processing payment promptly

· Promote dedication from customers through full knowledge of menu, features, special menus etc.

· Hosting and seating guests with appropriate menus, documenting guest information on host charts.

· Basic food, coffee and / or dessert preparation and food portioning when required

SERVER REQUIREMENTS

· Proven restaurant serving or waiting experience

· “Guest First” Approach i.e. patience and understanding of guest needs

· Effective and Efficient problem solving and decision making skills

· Hands on experience in cashier duties and making change

· Excellent oral communication and people skills

· Ability to describe menu items with confidence and knowledge and sell the product

· Responsible, Trustworthy, Strong Work Ethic

· Attention to cleanliness and safety and adherence to specified standards

· Ability to follow specific instructions and adapt to new service standards/methods

· Team player, ability to collaborate with all staff to provide superior guest experience

· Team player, able to work well with others in an often-hectic environment

· Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

· Ability to follow all sanitation procedures; Health and Safety Certification an asset.

· A valid government issued Food Handler’s Certificate an asset

· Must possess a valid Ontario issued; Smart Serve Certificate

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: $16.55 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Experience:

• serving: 1 year (required)
• Bartending: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person