Server

Server Position at Decoys Seafood

Provide friendly, responsive service to create an exceptional dining experience for all of our guests. Each server's primary objective is to provide proper table service to dining guests in a timely and efficient fashion.

Primary Requirements

Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the mission of Decoys Seafood: It is the mission of Decoys Seafood and its associates to provide absolutely the most enjoyable eating and sleeping experience possible to our patrons through outstanding service, superb product and great personalities in a unique, comfortable settingevery dayRIGHT NOW!!

Monitor and observe guests dining experience to ensure guests are satisfied with the food and service, and respond promptly and courteously to correct any problems

Present menus to guests and answer questions about menu items, beverages, and other restaurant functions and services

Inform guests of menu changes and daily specials, and make recommendations you genuinely feel your guests will enjoy

Explain to guests how various menu items are prepared, describing ingredients and cooking methods

Describe and recommend wines to guests

Take food or beverages orders from guests

Write guests' food orders on order slips or memorize orders, then enter orders into computers for transmittal to kitchen staff

Check guests' identification to ensure they meet minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages

Serve food and beverages to guests, and prepare or serve specialty dishes at tables as required

Prepare checks that itemize and total meal costs and sales taxes

Collect cash, credit card, and gift card payments from guests

Clean tables or counters after guests have finished dining

Prepare hot, cold, and mixed drinks for guests, and chill bottles of wine

Roll silverware, set up food stations and/or dining areas to prepare for the next shift or for large parties

Stock service areas with supplies such as coffee, food, tableware, and linens

Prepare tables for meals, including setting up items such as linens, silverware, and glassware

Remove dishes and glasses from tables or counters, and take them to kitchen for cleaning

Assist host or hostess by answering phones to take reservations or to-go orders, and by greeting, seating, and thanking guests

Perform cleaning duties, such as sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet, tidying up server station, taking out trash, and checking and cleaning bathroom

Bring wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and pour the wine for guests

Perform food preparation duties such as preparing salads for large parties/groups, portioning desserts, and brewing coffee

Escort guests to their tables

Fill salt, pepper, and sugar

Thank guests for their visit and invite them to return

Attend all scheduled employee meetings and offer suggestions for improvement

Coordinate with and assist fellow employees to meet guests' needs and support the operation of the restaurant

Fill in for fellow employees where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations

Supplemental Requirements

Provide guests with information about local areas, including giving directions