Server Assistant

Description

What are we looking for?

Fast-paced and high energy—that’s restaurant life. Our support team keeps everything running smoothly by helping servers, taking care of guests, and keeping the team organized and stocked. If you like staying busy and being the one who keeps things moving, this role is for you.

Full job description below for specific responsibilities and requirements

What makes us great?

We look for people who have what we call a "hospitality heart," characterized by a commitment to providing excellence, a passion for taking care of our guests, and a “can-do” attitude. We're a family-run business, and we consider our team members part of The Bartolotta Restaurants family.

The Bartolotta Restaurants is a nationally recognized restaurant and catering organization co-founded by restaurateur Joe Bartolotta and his brother, two-time James Beard Award-winning Chef Paul Bartolotta. Since 1993, The Bartolotta Restaurants has grown to become the premier culinary brand in the Greater Milwaukee region, offering first-class service and cuisine across a portfolio of 18 one-of-a-kind restaurants and catering facilities. As a forward-thinking and respected company, we also give back to our community through Care-a-lotta, a charitable program that supports numerous nonprofit organizations throughout Milwaukee.

At The Bartolotta Restaurants, we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business, from the products we source to the food and service we deliver every day in our restaurants and catering venues. Our greatest asset in our company is our team members because, without them, we wouldn't be in business.

What do we have to offer?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our team members both personally and professionally, including:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Supplemental Life Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability (Full Time Only)
• Supplemental Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Supplemental Hospital Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• LegalShield and IDShield Protection
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Complimentary Workday Family Meal
• Dining Discounts at Bartolotta Fine Dining Locations
• Discounted Discovery World Passes
• Discounted Fiserv Forum Tickets – Look at putting in the

In addition to these benefits, you will have the opportunity to work alongside world-class mentors who provide hands-on training and development opportunities to support your career growth. If you have a passion for excellence and hospitality, we would love to welcome you to our team.

Job Summary:

Server Assistants set tables with clean linens and silverware and remove soiled dishes, glassware, and silverware from the tables.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Remove plates, glassware, silverware, linens, and other trash from tables once guests are finished.
• Remove any extra place settings at the table or supply additional settings as needed.
• Assist guests with condiments, extra napkins, additional silverware, etc.
• Assist with the removal of trash and garbage from building to dumpster area.
• Assist with cleaning side stations, floors, furniture and restrooms.
• Check chairs and booths for crumbs, excess food and garbage, and wipe clean.
• Check under table and surrounding floor area and sweep up any crumbs or litter if necessary.
• Maintain a clean work environment by always picking up litter on the floor, side stations and restrooms.
• Assist the dishwasher with sorting of dirty plateware, glassware and silverware at dish pit area.
• Practice sanitary and safe food handling at all times.
• Complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects.
• Assist other team members and management as needed.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Good organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Works routinely with ware washing and cleaning chemicals.
• Perform all cleaning and sanitation functions required.
• Able to work at a rapid pace for an extended period of time.
• Adhere to all sanitation policy and guidelines as it pertains to handling of food and personal hygiene.
• Pleasant and accommodating personality with continuous and outgoing demeanor.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Walking and standing on the kitchen tiling with potentially slick surfaces and wet floors.
• Light/moderate lifting is required between 25 - 50 pounds.
• Position dictates working in a fast-paced environment and subject to irregular hours including late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.