Server

Groot Hospitality employs team members who demonstrate a passion for hospitality and dedication to company values and customer service. We are a diverse organization that provides the opportunity to excel in a fast-paced multicultural environment. We are always looking for passionate people who will embrace our belief of hospitality, company growth and customer experience. Our commitment to diversity, teamwork, and integrity are indicative of the service we provide to our guests. We offer career opportunities with work / life balances, as well as a rewarding career experience.

As a Server, you'll be the face of our restaurant and responsible for our customers' experiences. You need to be quick on your feet (literally and metaphorically) and have a polite and friendly attitude. If you enjoy talking to people and thrive in a fast-paced workplace, we'd like to meet you. Your goal will be to provide high-quality service that will help us maintain and attract customers.

Our Server's basic job function is to serve each guest to their complete satisfaction while exceeding their expectations. Servers are responsible for positive interactions while serving guests in a friendly and efficient manner. Servers are expected to be attentive to guests' needs and making them feel welcome, comfortable, and relaxed always.

Due to the nature of our business, this position is required to work weekends and holidays.

The day-to-day responsibilities include but are not limited to :

General Duties and Responsibilities :

• Attends all restaurant required meetings and trainings.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Groot Hospitality standards.
• Full-time availability with flexibility to work a variable schedule, including evenings, holidays, and weekends.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform.
• Follow food safety and sanitary guidelines issued by the Health Department.
• Complete assigned side-work in allocated timeframe.
• Needs to have superior food and beverage menu knowledge.
• Has complete knowledge of the floor plan, table #'s and stations.
• Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
• Assist in the training of new employees as required by Management.
• Greet tables within 2 minutes.
• Must explain to the guest the concept and style of dining.
• Must guide the guests on food and beverage menus.
• Make sure to keep pacing of every course up to our standards to assure fast and efficient turn over.
• Serve dishes to the correct person without auctioning off the plates, unless to be served for the table. If served to the table, be sure to have sharing silverware ready.
• Ultimately responsible for clearing, maintenance and resetting tables in a timely fashion.
• Prepare final bill for the guest, present check to the guest, accept payment, process credit card, or make change (if applicable).
• Assist with polishing and restocking.
• Responsible to collect payment for every table.
• When a guest is leaving, always thank them and use their name when able to.

Requirements

The requirements for this position include but are not limited to :

Knowledge and Skills :

Physical Requirements :

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and / or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.