PT Seasonal Server- Rusty Putter

Restaurant Server

Employer: City of Montrose

Salary: $15.16 Hourly

Location: Black Canyon Golf Course, Montrose, CO

Job Type: Temporary or Seasonal

Department: City Managers Office

Division: Black Canyon Golf Course

Opening Date: 03/02/2026

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Basic Purpose of the Job

Under general direction, the Restaurant Server will take and deliver orders. As the face of our restaurant incumbent is responsible for our customer's positive experiences. Restaurant Server responsibilities also include ensuring tables are clean and tidy when guests arrive, presenting menus and serving food and beverages. Incumbent must be quick to serve and have a polite and friendly attitude.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Requires ability to stand for long periods of time. Requires ability to lift, carry, deliver and serve from trays weighing up to 50 pounds throughout an eight hour shift; frequent lifting, carrying, walking and standing, hand/eye coordination. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Frequent hand/eye coordination with the ability to maintain a safe work area in an environment. Ability to balance serving tray on one hand while distributing orders to customers with the other. Ability to carry and set up folding table to support particularly heavy orders. Vision for reading and preparing documents; frequent speech communication, hearing and listening to maintain communications with employees and citizens. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud.

Essential Functions

The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

• Prepare restaurant tables with special attention to sanitation and order. Maintain attention to ensure cleanliness and safety.
• Keep beer coolers and snack boxes stocked, clean and organized.
• Check customers' identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age. Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons.
• Use beverage cart to provide alcohol or non-alcohol beverages to golfers on the golf course.
• Attend to customers upon entrance to restaurant. Present menus and help customers select food/beverages. Interact with customers, take orders and serve snacks, drinks and orders.
• Answer questions or make recommendations for complementary products. Deal with complaints or problems with a positive attitude. Involve the Restaurant Manager immediately as needed.
• Collaborate with other restaurant servers and kitchen/bar staff.

Core Beliefs

Core beliefs are deeply held values and assumptions that guide individuals in the workplace. Core beliefs define how we do things. By establishing core beliefs, the City of Montrose is creating a common culture that shapes employee behavior in a positive and predictable manner. When these beliefs are shared, they create cohesiveness and mutual commitment in the organization and flexibility to changes as they occur. Our core beliefs are centered on exceptional service and are based around treating our customers and fellow team members with dignity and respect. We value teamwork and recognize that we must continually strive to improve the customer experience. Every team member, regardless of job title, plays a part in creating a service environment and each are empowered to respond to the needs of our customers and teammates. We have six Core Beliefs: Respect, Ethics, Leadership, Accountability, Transparency, Excellence in Service (RELATE).

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• One to two years of experience as a cashier, server preferred.
• Familiarity with industry best practices utilizing accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks preferred.
• Must have patience and customer-oriented approach and excellent people skills with a friendly smile.
• Ability to interpret and follow instructions.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends during peak season.
• Ability to comply with safety standards.

Licensures & Certificates (must be active and current.)

• Valid Colorado driver's license with acceptable driving record.

$15.16/hour plus tips. Tips are based on hours worked. Late applications will not be accepted. All candidates are subject to a pre-employment background check and drug screen. The City of Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired.