Job Description

Reporting to the Restaurant General Manager, Restaurant Assistant Manager and indirectly to the Captain, The primary responsibility of the Assistant Food Server is to maintain tables, dining room cleanliness, and ensure guest satisfaction. The Assistant Food Server is also responsible for performing side work and general cleaning the kitchen service area. This position must also exhibit a high level of professional and personalized guest service that embodies the Company’s brand standard

Core Job Responsibilities:

· Greet and welcome guests promptly in a warm and friendly manner

• Knowledge of menu items, major wines, liquor brands, beer, non-alcoholic beverages, designated glassware, terminology, and garnishes

· Work with Captains to ensure proper guest service

• Assist in Beverage Bar service delivery as needed

· Polish flatware, set up tables with appropriate silverware, glassware, linen, condiments, accessories, and fold napkins.

· Clear, clean, and sanitize booth/chair cushions and tables completely, and reset with clean linens, ashtrays, votive candles, glassware, and any additional tabletop items needed

· Remove dirty dishes, debris, and linens from table and bring to the kitchen for proper washing and disposing of trash in designated receptacles

· Coordinate table availability and constantly communicates with Captain, Hostess, and Management to ensure tables are turned efficiently

· Serve water, coffee, and soft drinks, refilling when needed

• Buss tables in two minutes or less after becoming vacant, clearing one table at a time and finishing in no more than five minutes

· Ensure that dining room floors are clean and free of debris

· Perform other job-related duties as requested

Qualifications:

• One (3) year of experience in a restaurant as a Food server assistant or Busser

· Must have great people skills, a clean and well-groomed appearance, and to be respectful of everyone.

· Must be capable of carrying heavy trays efficiently and securely.

· Thorough knowledge of proper service and etiquette of the establishment.

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Experience working in a similar resort setting

• Alcohol Awareness Card

• Health Card

• Minimum age requirement is 21

Physical Demands:

·Work is performed in a hotel/resort setting.

• Must be tolerant to varying conditions of noise level, temperature, illumination, and air quality.

• May be exposed to smoke

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

• Constant contact with executives, department management, employees, and guests.

• Prolonged sitting or standing and mobility.

• Balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, repetitive motions Lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 75 pounds occasionally

• Eye/hand coordination.

• Use of standard office equipment.

• Ability to distinguish letters, numbers, and symbols

• May be required to work evening, weekends, and holiday shifts.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Palms provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Palms, its affiliates and subsidiaries will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with applicable law.

We are committed to making a work environment where the growth and well-being of our team members is the top priority. Join our team today!