Wait Help - Limelight Hawaii - Part-Time/ On-Call

Job Description

Job Description

Wait Help – Limelight Hawaii

Department: Food & Beverage – Limelight Hawaii
Hourly Rate: $17.00 + tips
Reports To: Director of Operations and Restaurant & Banquet Manager

Position Overview

Limelight Hawaii is a premier entertainment venue featuring nightly shows, specialty cocktails, à la carte dining, and full banquet services including breakfast, lunch, and dinner events. We are seeking professional and guest-focused Wait Help to deliver exceptional service across multiple dining formats—ranging from high-energy cocktail service to elegant banquet dining.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, courteous, and timely service to guests in a variety of settings including:
• Cocktail service in the entertainment showroom
• Dinner service for à la carte dining
• Banquet service for breakfast, lunch, and dinner events
• Lunch service for daily guests and groups
• Demonstrate comprehensive menu knowledge, including food, beverage, and specialty cocktail offerings.
• Accurately take and enter orders into POS system, ensuring modifiers and special requests are communicated to the culinary team.
• Deliver food and beverages efficiently while maintaining presentation standards.
• Set up, maintain, and break down dining areas, banquet rooms, and event spaces.
• Assist with inventory controls and restocking of service areas.
• Uphold health, safety, and sanitation standards in compliance with state and company policies.
• Anticipate guest needs, resolve issues with professionalism, and escalate concerns to management when appropriate.
• Collaborate with fellow team members, bartenders, and kitchen staff to ensure seamless guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Prior food & beverage service experience in a restaurant, banquet, or entertainment setting preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a guest-first mindset.
• Ability to multitask and remain composed in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Familiarity with POS systems (Toast or similar) preferred.
• Knowledge of wine, beer, and cocktails a plus.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Core Competencies

• Hospitality Mindset: Creates a welcoming and memorable guest experience.
• Team Collaboration: Works effectively across departments in a dynamic, entertainment-driven environment.
• Adaptability: Shifts seamlessly between cocktail, à la carte, and banquet service styles.
• Professionalism: Maintains poise, courtesy, and efficiency at all times.

Opportunities

This is a unique opportunity to be part of the opening team at Limelight Hawaii, contributing to a world-class entertainment and dining destination. Employees will gain exposure to high-profile events, banquets, and signature shows while working alongside top culinary and hospitality professionals.

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