Position Number: 22091683
Location: DeGray Lake Resort State Park -PT14
County: Hot Spring
Anticipated Starting Salary: $11.00 per hour + tips
This is an extra help or part-time Server position at DeGray Lake Resort State Park in Bismarck, AR.
The rate of pay is $11.00 per hour plus tips.
Candidate must be 21 years of age.
The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism has three major divisions: Arkansas State Parks, Arkansas Heritage and Arkansas Tourism. Arkansas State Parks manages 52 state parks and promotes Arkansas as a tourist destination for people around the country. Arkansas Heritage preserves and promotes Arkansas’s natural and cultural history and heritage through four historic museums and four cultural preservation agencies. Arkansas Tourism improves the state’s economy by generating travel and enhancing the image of the state.
Job Series: Restaurant – Career Path
Classification: Server
Class Code: RRE03P
Pay Grade: SGS01
Salary Range: $33,280- $49,254
The Server is responsible for providing exceptional dining experiences at a state-operated restaurant, lodge, or park facility. This position ensures timely, courteous, and professional service, maintains cleanliness, and adheres to food safety and Arkansas Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) regulations.
Greet guests warmly and provide knowledgeable recommendations on menu items.
Take accurate food and beverage orders, ensuring special dietary needs or allergies are addressed.
Deliver food and beverages in a timely and professional manner.
Check in with guests regularly to ensure customer satisfaction.
Handle guest concerns or complaints professionally and efficiently.
Stay informed about menu items, ingredients, and preparation methods.
Follow proper alcohol service laws and guidelines in compliance with Arkansas ABC regulations.
Provide information about daily specials, promotions, and seasonal offerings.
Accurately enter orders into the point-of-sale (POS) system.
Process guest payments, including cash, credit, and state-approved payment methods.
Ensure proper handling of state-issued meal vouchers or government discounts.
Follow Arkansas Department of Health food safety and sanitation regulations.
Maintain cleanliness of tables, service stations, and dining areas.
Assist with setting up and breaking down dining areas for events or large parties.
Communicate effectively with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation.
Strong verbal communication skills and a friendly, welcoming demeanor.
Ability to handle difficult situations and resolve guest concerns calmly.
Professionalism in appearance, attitude, and interactions.
Ability to manage multiple tables and guest requests at once.
Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.
Time management skills to provide quick and efficient service.
Ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced environment.
Adaptability to changing business needs and schedules.
Ability to calculate bills, process payments, and provide correct change.
Experience with or ability to learn point-of-sale (POS) systems.
Ability to read and write.
Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.
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OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
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