Fine Dining Food Server (FT/PT) (PM) (\"Mesero/a\")

About the position

The Food Server ("Mesero/a") position provides courteous, timely, and professional service in the restaurant. This role requires complete knowledge of all menus and pricing, as well as a proactive, customer-oriented attitude. The server will welcome guests with a smile and a friendly, courteous greeting.

Responsibilities

• Cordially and professionally presents menu, answers questions, and makes suggestions regarding food and service.
• Employs suggestive selling techniques to stimulate sales.
• Actively observes diners to respond to any additional requests and to determine when the meal has been completed.
• Checks with the guest after 3-4 minutes after serving the meals, in order to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Follows cash and credit card handling policies at all times.
• Is responsible for entire section of tables (cleanliness, sanitation, organization, etc.).
• Is responsible for complete knowledge of menus, including cooking time, ingredients, etc.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as directed by the leadership team.

Requirements

• At least 2-3 years of relevant experience and/or training. A combination of experience, education, and/or training may be substituted for either requirement.
• Availability to work on weekends and holidays is required.
• Must be able to attain a valid San Diego County Food Handler certification upon hire.
• RBS certification required.
• Ability to always maintain a friendly, professional, team-oriented, positive demeanor and diplomatic attitude, especially under stress or challenges.
• Ability to stand, kneel, squat for prolonged periods of time, up to and including, the entire shift and lift up to 25 lbs.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience in a fine dining restaurant environment preferred.

Benefits

• Earn \$1000 for Culinary, Engineering, Housekeeping, and \$350 for all other roles for each hired referral at any Evans Hotels property.
• Discounted Hotel Rooms for you, family and friends.
• Free Employee Parking and/or discounted MTS Pronto card.
• Free Meals & Refreshments during working shifts.
• Career advancement opportunities!
• Health (including SIMNSA), Dental, Vision, 401k with match, life insurance, sick and vacation time.
• Discounts on cell phone bills, shoes, gym memberships, and more!