Food Server Assistant

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Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

• SA will assist servers in clearing soiled dishes (china, glass, silverware) from tables, placing dishes on trays, taking full trays from dining area to dish machine area and aids dishwasher in scraping plates, dumping liquids in bucket, stacking and organizing soiled dishes.

• Assist servers with running food. Ensure plates in the window match ticket orders before they go to the table (checking especially for consistency and modifications). Modifications may indicate health or allergy conditions. Please be aware at all times: Allergic reactions can have potentially life threatening effects.

• Maintain a clean work environment- wipe down service doors, maintain expo station, breakdown station and restaurant floor and furniture with sanitized towel as needed during service. May be required to check and clean restaurant rest rooms, keep dining room clean, cabinets cleaned and organized, counter areas clean, clean chaffers, vacuum carpeted areas, mop tiled areas and empty waste containers from all areas of dining room or restaurant.

• Assist servers in preparing china and condiments needed for service as dictated by the menu.

• Performs opening and closing (side work) duties as assigned by supervisor and weekly cleaning duties.

• Abide by all State, Federal and Corporate requirements pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages.

• Be familiar with job hazards for your position and puts safety first.

• Provide other services and duties as requested by your immediate supervisor or your department head. It is not acceptable to stand with hands in pockets or lean. There is always someone or something to help.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be passionate about the hospitality business and posses a pleasant personality

• Must meet appearance standards as outlined in our Crew Guide

• Must be able to read, write and clearly communicate in English.

• Prior experience working in a coffee shop is advantageous and applicants will be evaluated for hire based on their knowledge of food and beverage service in conjunction with the quality and high level of service to be provided.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Crew

• Must obtain Safe Serve certification within 30 days of hire and go through Alcohol Compliance training quarterly.

• Ability to multi-task, take direction and adapt to changing needs and at times stressful work environment.