Server - Part time, Year round

BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide prompt, courteous service to the dining guests of the Mohonk Mountain House for breakfast, lunch, dinner and special functions according to the standards set by Management.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Work in coordination with kitchen staff and other dining room staff ensuring the efficient operation of the restaurant.
• Learn standard menu items so that you can describe them to the guest in detail and answer any questions they may have.
• Provide recommendations and suggestions aimed at enhancing the satisfaction of diners- such as recommendations about wine pairings.
• Open wine bottles and champagne table-side with waiter's corkscrew, and present to guests.
• Take and receive food and beverage orders from guest and serve in an efficient, timely and professional manner following the established sequence of service.
• Enter guest orders in a POS with the ability to enter special requests such as dietary restrictions, allergies, etc.
• Anticipate guest needs and meet them before you are asked to.
• Answer guest questions with accurate information and demonstrate a friendly and helpful personality by smiling, eye contact, initiating conversation and engaging with others.
• Negotiate stairs up and down while carrying full trays.
• Work under crowded and noisy conditions and to navigate around guests with loaded trays.
• Handle dishes and glassware carefully.
• Provide proper service while serving wines and champagne, and have thorough knowledge of cocktails, spirits, and beer- including local selections.
• Set and reset tables with linen, silverware, dishware, and glassware.
• Mark silverware with each course.
• Clean before, during and after service, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Store food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures.
• Assist in the set up and breakdown of special functions.
• Work productively and efficiently with or without supervision when performing routine tasks.
• Assume responsibility for all Mohonk Mountain House equipment and supplies. Use caution to prevent loss and abuse of Mohonk Mountain House property.
• Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House's Dress and Grooming Standards; present a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintain a positive, professional image to our customers.
• Inspect work by touch, sight, sound and smell for conformance to prescribed standards of cleanliness.
• Speak, read, and write in English and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
• Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, and stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
• Lift up to 50 lbs from ground level to waist height, and from waist height to shoulder height, and carry up to 100 feet without assistance. Walk up to 7 miles per shift.
• Maneuver carts or dollies safely with loads up to 200 pounds up and down stairs, elevators, through passageways or outdoors up to 75 yards.
• See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Act calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Analyze problems and develop and implement action plans to address problems.
• Wear Mohonk Mountain House approved safety shoes, and proper safety equipment when performing tasks that recommend such equipment.
• Learn and retain knowledge of historical facts and information about Mohonk Mountain House.
• Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays and during peak periods of business.
• Perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Maintain confidentiality of guests' personal information and use with discretion.
• Operate vehicles safely while driving and/or parking in compliance with Mohonk Mountain House Traffic Rules and Regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• At least 18 years of age.
• Knowledge of hospitality and experience in food and beverage service.
• TIPS or other state-recognized Alcohol Awareness Training Certification preferred.
• Servsafe or other industry-recognized safe food handling certification preferred.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.