Server

ServerGlassboro, NJOverviewSalary Range $5.62 - $5.62 Hourly Job Shift Any Education Level None Travel Percentage None Category Restaurant - Food ServiceDescriptionPosition Summary: Interact with Guests while following our service standards, take Guest orders and deliver food and beverages. This position ensures the quality of the food and that the overall Guest experience is excellent. Also responsible for bussing and cleaning their own tables as well as all billing and payment processing.Reports To: General Manager/FOH ManagerPosition Requirements:Greet Guests in a friendly professional mannerProvide education about Chickies style of service, the food and beverage menus, how menu items are prepared, the ingredients used and the different cooking methodsEnsure menu, food preparation and ingredient knowledge in order to address Guests food allergy concerns and questionsSmile and maintain a positive attitude at all timesPerform light food preparation duties when neededFollow all Chickies & Petes service standards including up-selling and suggestive sellingInform Guests of daily specialsCheck food and beverages for quality and presentation, following Menu Builds, before servingServe food and beverages to GuestsCheck identification to ensure that Guests meet minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beveragesRecognize signs of intoxication and handle alcohol-related situations effectively; keep manager informed when situations arise regarding intoxicated Guests/refusal of serviceProvide food and drink recommendations to GuestsReceive Guest payments and process transactionsSincerely thank all Guests, make them aware of upcoming specials or events and invite them back for another visit soonClear, clean, and reset tables promptly according to proper sanitation standardsEnsure all condiments and napkin dispensers are clean and well stockedRespond appropriately to Guest complaints and bring any issues to the attention of a managerPerform marketing and other promotional services as neededComplete beginning, change and end of shift side dutiesUnderstand the importance of speed of service and act with sense of urgency when performing job tasksAttend all scheduled employee meetingsAdditional tasks as assignedQualificationsMain Responsibilities, Required Skills and KnowledgeGuest Service: Must consistently be able to assess, anticipate and meet Guests' needs and respond quickly without losing focus or projecting a mood that detracts from the Guests' overall dining experience.Communication: Must clearly communicate in a professional manner with Guests, vendors, coworkers and management. They must understand instructions, read written company memorandums and communicate when he or she needs more direction or training.Interpersonal Relationships: Must adapt to different personalities of Guests and coworkers without losing focus.Teamwork: Working together as a team is a critical success factor of any restaurant. Establishing good working relationships is key to maintaining a team-oriented work environment.Sales Techniques and Guest Influence: Must understand all Chickie's & Pete's products and services as well as have the ability to understand Guest's needs clearly.Performing General Physical Activities: Must perform physical activities in a variety of environmental conditions that require moderate strength including cleaning, climbing, lifting, walking, balancing and handling of materials. Must be able to stand for long periods of time.Problem Solving and Conflict Management: Must recognize a problem when it arises and be able to resolve it appropriately by using good judgement, tact and initiative according to company policy and procedure.Analytical Skills: General accounting and mathematical skills required along with point of sale application knowledge. Must use logic and reasoning to identify solutions and alternatives for a successful outcome to problems.Quality Control and Priority Assessment: Must evaluate current practices and processes; immediately recognize potential areas of conflict; and initiate ways to improve current business methods, quality of products and services provided to the Guests.Language Skills: Must be able to speak and write effectively in English.Flexibility: Occasionally works overtime and assists with the workload of others if needed. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.Benefits:Paid Sick Leave401(k)Health Care (Qualified Employees)Complimentary Shift MealSemi Annual Employee Appreciation Days (Qualified Employees)Commuter Transit BenefitsEOE Statement:We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin.