Restaurant Server

Job Type


Part-time

Description

Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? Americana House, Lodi's most anticipated new restaurant from Michelin-starred Chef Charlie Palmer, is redefining the local dining scene with a bold, elevated experience. Featuring a newly designed bar with curated wines, handcrafted cocktails, seasonal dishes, live music, and more, Americana House offers a vibrant atmosphere where exceptional food and hospitality come together. We are currently seeking experienced mixologists to join our team.

We're looking for enthusiastic, friendly, and reliable Restaurant Servers who take pride in delivering exceptional hospitality. As a Server, you'll play a key role in creating memorable dining experiences by providing attentive service, making personalized menu recommendations, and ensuring every guest leaves looking forward to their next visit. This is a part-time position requiring flexible availability, including weekends, daytime on Saturdays and Sundays, evenings, and holidays.

Apply today and become part of a team that's passionate about great food, outstanding service, and unforgettable experiences!

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Welcome guests with warmth and professionalism, providing attentive, personalized service throughout their dining experience to ensure complete satisfaction.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders, answer menu questions, and make knowledgeable recommendations on appetizers, entrées, desserts, wines, cocktails, and other beverages.
• Anticipate guest needs, promptly and professionally resolve concerns, and communicate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special requests accurately to the kitchen.
• Work collaboratively with team members and management to ensure efficient, seamless service and an exceptional guest experience.
• Complete opening and closing duties, maintain a clean and organized work area, and restock supplies to support daily restaurant operations.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development while adhering to all company policies, food safety and sanitation standards, and California Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) regulations.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay: $16.90 hourly rate plus gratuity averaging from $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
• 401(k) Matching
• Aflac Supplemental
• Team Member Discount

GROW WITH US

Born from the elegant merger of the culinary and hospitality worlds, Appellation is much more than a typical hotel company. Inspired by its name, this new hotel brand brings together the best of local elements in a new way: a hotel collection powered by people, connected by food, and defined by place - All designed to celebrate its destinations' culture, community, and craftsmanship.


Developed by visionary co-founders Charlie Palmer, one of America's best-known, award-winning chefs and pioneer in the American hotel-restaurant model, and Christopher Hunsberger, a 30-year veteran of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and its former president of North Americas.


Appellation Lodi - Wine & Roses Resort and Spa offers the perfect setting for romantic getaways, special occasions, business events, and more. As San Joaquin's leader in hospitality and culinary excellence, we provide a strong team atmosphere and career growth opportunities in various fields, including hotel industry, culinary arts, event planning, spa & wellness, administration, and management.

Our resort is located in Lodi, California, a hidden gem in the heart of Northern California's wine country that offers an exceptional quality of life with a welcoming small-town feel. Home to award-winning wineries, a charming downtown, and a close-knit community, Lodi is known for its beautiful weather, abundant outdoor recreation, and relaxed pace of life. The cost of living is significantly more affordable than many major metropolitan areas, at approximately 41% lower than San Francisco, 28% lower than Los Angeles, and 21% lower than Napa. With convenient access to Sacramento, the Bay Area, and Lake Tahoe, Lodi is an ideal destination for professionals and families seeking career growth alongside a balanced, fulfilling lifestyle.

Visit to learn more about our resort.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years serving experience, preferably in fine dining establishments
• A positive attitude and genuine passion for hospitality.
• Outstanding customer service and communication skills.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to support fellow team members.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts.
• Experience using a Point-of-Sale (POS) system

In order to perform the duties and requirement for this job, you must have the following physical abilities:

• Constant walking, standing and repetitive use of hands, arms and legs
• Frequent carrying of bottles, tray with drinks and plate(s) of food, bending, grasping, pushing, pulling and reaching below, above and at shoulder level.
• Occasional bending and twisting of neck, power grasping

You must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, stoop and reach; lift and carry equipment and supplies; constantly walk and stand for long periods (up to 4 hours) and ability to work in a fast paced environment; walking over uneven ground and up and down stairs to service guests with or without reasonable accommodation. See and read a POS and printed material with or without vision aids. Hear and understand speech at normal levels.


Salary Description


$16.90 hourly plus tips avg $40 - $50