Cocktail Server

Job Description

Job Description

Raines Co. - Your Future is Now!

Position Summary : The Cocktail Server provides friendly and efficient service by executing Ladder 13's Steps of Service in the lobby area and outdoor terrace in The Lantern Columbia.  We call the lobby "Columbia's Living Room" and the The Cocktail Server is a key part of that image by making guests and patrons feel comfortable by delivering relational service, exhibiting extensive knowledge of our beverage and food menus, while ensuring the timing of their visit flows seamlessly.

A little about Raines : Established in 1988 as a family-owned business, we have grown into a fully integrated development, management, and investment company that develops, operates, and owns the world’s leading hotel brands as well as boutique hotels. Raines has maintained a family-oriented culture that believes in building relationships with our associates, with our partners and within the communities where we operate.

We offer comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision benefits, 401K, a generous PTO program, and the opportunity to join a winning culture recognized for rewarding our best with opportunities to advance their career within the company.

Essential Job Functions

• Execute Ladder 13's Steps of Service for the lobby and outdoor terrace areas.
• Understand the patron / guest's needs and suggestively sell from a base of mastering the beverage and food menu (we train for this).
• Listens and responds to guest’s needs.
• Master knowledge of our products (spirits, wine, beer, food) to support a guest's selections while also addressing any allergy concerns.
• Timely and accurately input the guest's orders into Toast (our POS).
• Picks up and delivers orders to appropriate guests within prescribed time limits, ensuring accuracy of the order
• Read the guest(s), approach when appropriate, offer additional rounds (in accordance with Training).
• Assist bartenders or other servers as needed.
• Perform side duties ensuring opening and closing and service flow is supported with all needed materials in the right place, at the right time.
• Maintain work area in a clean and organized manner.
• Complies with all health and safety regulations.

Experience and Education :

Experience serving, food or beverage, is preferred but not required.

Proficient in POS Systems, Aloha, Micros, Toast, etc is preferred but not required.

Certifications as required by Federal, State, or Local agencies :  ServSafe, TIPS Certification (if you don't have this, we'll assist with you becoming certified).

Minimum High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Raines is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pre-employment background check required.

EEO / D / V

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