SERVER ASSISTANT

Now Hiring - Server Assistants River Hall Country Club | Ft. Myers, FL

Pay: $15 per hour

Schedule: Part-time (seasonal)

About the Position

River Hall Country Club is looking for friendly, energetic Server Assistants to join our Food & Beverage team!

As a Server Assistant, you'll play an important role in creating exceptional dining experiences by supporting our servers, anticipating member and guest needs, and ensuring every table is clean, prepared, and service-ready. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, thrive as part of a team, and take pride in providing outstanding hospitality, we'd love to have you join us.

About River Hall Country Club

Located in the beautiful River Hall community, River Hall Country Club features an award-winning golf course designed by Davis Love III. Since opening in 2007, the 7,000+ yard course has offered members and guests an enjoyable and challenging golf experience surrounded by natural beauty.

The Club also features exceptional practice facilities, including a 400-yard double-sided driving range, expansive putting greens, chipping and bunker areas, and a short course.

Our Culture and Values provide Team Members with a rewarding lifestyle and work/life balance.

Job title: Server Assistant

Reports to: Director of F&B

Classification: Hourly, Fulltime or Part time, Nonexempt

Working Hours: According to shift assignment

Job purpose: Responsibilities include setting tables, serving food orders, and removing used dishes and utensils. Facilitate collaboration between our kitchen and wait staff.

Ensure our guests have a high-quality dining experience by serving their food in a timely and accurate manner.

Duties and responsibilities

• Deliver food orders from the kitchen to customers' tables rapidly and accurately.
• Act as the contact point between Front of the House and Back of the House staff
• Communicate food orders to chefs, paying attention to priorities and special requests (e.g. food allergies)
• Assist the wait staff with table setting by fetching and placing appropriate tableware, eating utensils and napkins.
• Serve welcome drinks and hors d'oeuvres, upon guests' arrival.
• Ensure food is served in accordance with safety standards (e.g. proper temperature)
• Check in with customers and take additional orders or refill water, as needed.
• Remove dirty dishes and utensils.
• Answer guests' questions about ingredients and menu items.
• Inform restaurant staff about customers' feedback or requests (e.g. when they ask for the check)
• Make sure families with young children get kids menus and special silverware sets.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Food Runner or similar entry-level role in a restaurant preferred.
• Understanding of hygiene and food safety rules.
• Physical ability and stamina to carry heavy trays and stand for long hours.
• Availability to work various shifts, including weekends.
• Multi-tasking abilities.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment.

Working conditions

Work is primarily indoors with some outdoor exposure. Potential exposure to sharp and rapid equipment movement, sharp utensils, harmful chemicals and/or being exposed to flying golf balls.

This job description does not imply that the above are the only responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any job-related duties as requested. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Physical requirements

Good organizational and verbal skills. Ability to use logical and rational thinking to resolve issues. Ability to perform basic mathematical skills, monitor and develop subordinates, visually monitor the operation areas and write and read member communication.

Must have the ability to perform moderate physical work and may be required to lift up to 40 lbs., up to 30 lbs. frequently. Perform activities such as bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, standing, pushing, lifting and grasping for up to 5 hours without sitting. Ability to consistently lift, carry and load equipment that may weigh 30 or more pounds, and sustain aerobic activity for 20 consecutive minutes.

Use the following safety precautions when using an 8ft. ladder:

• Correct placement of the ladder. The safest angle for a straight ladder is to ensure it is placed on-fourth the distance from the base to the point of support. "A" frame ladders naturally comply.
• Ensure the ladder is placed on a firm level surface, and do not place the ladder near a doorway.
• Ensure there are non-skid shoes on the ladder.
• If using a medal ladder, be sure that it is not near electrical wires.
• One person on a ladder at one time, and ensure another staff member is holding the ladder in position.
• Never overreach.

Direct reports: None