Server

Ember & Oak Restaurant Position

Ember & Oak is a new chef-driven restaurant and event space opening at Katy Golf Club in Parsons, Kansas in Fall of 2026. We are building something genuinely special for SE Kansas — a scratch kitchen rooted in local sourcing, real technique, and genuine hospitality in an upscale, casual setting.

Our goal is to source as locally as possible — supporting the farms, ranches, and producers right here in SE Kansas. We intend to make as much as we can, using real traditional cooking methods and genuine technique. Every plate that leaves this kitchen is made with intention, every day.

We seat 175 in a full-service dining room and event space, with a full bar program and year-round golf tournament and banquet catering. This is a real operation with real volume — and we're building a team that's serious about the craft.

Server Position Overview

As a Server at Ember & Oak you will be responsible for providing exceptional guest services while demonstrating a welcoming and positive dining experience for every guest.

Server Duties and Responsibilities

• Greet guests promptly and provide friendly, attentive service throughout their dining experience.
• Accurately take food and beverage orders and communicate orders to the kitchen and bar.
• Demonstrate knowledge of menu items, ingredients, preparation methods, and available beverages.
• Answer guest questions and make appropriate recommendations when requested.
• Deliver food and beverages accurately and in a timely manner.
• Monitor guest needs and provide attentive service at all times.
• Process guest payments accurately and responsibly.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked service areas.
• Follow all food-safety, sanitation, and restaurant policies.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, management, hosts/hostesses, bartenders, and other team members.
• Address guest concerns professionally and notify management when additional assistance is needed.
• Assist with opening, closing, cleaning, and other restaurant duties as assigned.
• Maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude while representing Ember & Oak.
• Other duties as assigned.

Server Education and Qualifications

• Previous restaurant, serving, hospitality, or customer-service experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide professional and courteous customer service.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately handle multiple orders and responsibilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and safely carry food, beverages, and service items.
• Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
• Must meet all applicable legal requirements for serving alcoholic beverages, if applicable to the position.
• The ideal candidate is friendly, reliable, service-oriented, and takes pride in creating an excellent guest experience. We are looking for someone who works well with others, handles busy periods with composure, and represents Ember & Oak with professionalism.

Server Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of Server, the employee is regularly required to stand for extended periods of time; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of Server, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work involves exposure to hot surfaces and sharp utensils.

Limitations and Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

In accordance with the Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control, candidates who are 21 years or older are permitted to mix, pour, dispense, and serve any alcoholic beverage. Individuals who are 18 years or older may only serve alcoholic beverages. Candidates aged younger than 18 years of age may not handle any alcoholic beverage in any capacity including but not limited to mixing, pouring, dispensing, and/or serving and are also subject to Child Labor Provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) for employment opportunities.