What are the responsibilities and job description for the Server - Peninsula Grill a Relais & Chateaux Property position at The Yarrow Group?
About Us
**Full-Time and Part-Time available
The Yarrow Group is a collection of independently spirited and branded hotels focused on remarkable hospitality™. We see every day as an opportunity to enrich the lives of our employees, guests, and communities. Our vision, mission, values and commitments are at the core of every decision we make and every person we hire. No heroes, no egos–just a diverse group of individuals with solid relationships built on a foundation of trust that honors our employees, guests, and investors.
Our Values
We Engage and We Listen
We Care and We Own
We Provide and We Ensure
We Appreciate and We have Fun
JOB OVERVIEW
Servers provide outstanding service, possess a strong knowledge of upscale dining etiquette, and commit to ensuring a memorable dining experience for our guests. As a Fine Dining Server, you will play a crucial role in creating a luxurious atmosphere, delivering personalized service, and upholding the highest standards of hospitality.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Provide attentive and personalized service to guests in a fine dining setting, ensuring a memorable and exceptional dining experience
- Take accurate food and beverage orders, offering recommendations and up-selling where appropriate
- Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the menu, including ingredients, preparation methods, and wine pairings, to assist guests in making informed choices
- Serve food and beverages in an efficient, professional manner, ensuring all items are presented with attention to detail
- Anticipate guest needs and respond to requests promptly and professionally
- Uphold fine dining etiquette, including proper table settings, silverware placement, and service timing
- Ensure that all guest concerns or complaints are handled professionally and resolved to their satisfaction
- Work collaboratively with kitchen staff, sommeliers, and management to deliver exceptional service
- Maintain a clean and organized dining area, adhering to health and safety standards
- Monitor guest satisfaction throughout the meal and proactively address any needs
- Assist with setting up, maintaining, and closing down the dining area, including restocking supplies and preparing for service
- Ensure that all bills are processed accurately and efficiently
- Follow state laws regarding alcohol sales
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven experience as a server in a fine dining or upscale restaurant environment
- Exceptional knowledge of fine dining service standards and etiquette
- Ability to memorize and recall menu items, ingredients, and preparation methods
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on providing excellent customer service
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Well-groomed and professional appearance
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Basic math skills for order accuracy and bill processing
- Knowledge of wine and beverage pairings
- Must be able to stand, walk, and carry trays for extended periods
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands & work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle, feel, or finger; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to walk and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development