Job Description

Server  

Early Girl Eatery is looking for a  Server who is reliable, self-motivated, and likes working on a team in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Experience Resume required.

Must have at least 1 year experience. Being trainable is also taken into consideration.

Compensation

Very competitive and benefits

What is it like to work with us?

It is a very busy restaurant environment. We work and have fun. There’s a variety of tasks to complete and that makes the day go quick. We’re selling food that’s local, organic, seasonal, and fresh – they’re ingredients you can be proud to work with. We have great co-workers, many who have worked for a long-time with us.

About us

If a stable career in a growing business is what you're looking for, apply today.

During the pandemic, we kept everyone at their preferred part-time or full-time work schedule, did scheduled performance reviews, and gave raises three times. We follow a predictive schedule - our schedules are posted at least two weeks out.

We close Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. We close early for Super Bowl Sunday, the Fourth of July, and Christmas Eve.

We offer a free shift meal, a Direct Primary Care doctor plan for $16.16 a paycheck (Lantern Health), dental, vision, and accident insurance, plus a real opportunity for upward mobility. Early Girl is celebrating 20 years in October 2021 and is a nationally recognized restaurant. We have been featured in many magazines and TV shows. We have a focus on Local, Organic, Seasonal, and Fresh (over frozen) food with vegetarian/vegan and gluten friendly options. Very competitive rate plus benefits We are an equal opportunity employer. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Position Summary

As a server, you will be responsible for providing customers with an exceptional dining experience. Duties will include taking food/drink orders, answering menu questions, serving food and ensuring customers have everything they need to enjoy their meals. You will work in close collaboration with both front and back-of-house personnel in order to achieve the highest level of customer service. 

Essential Functions

• Interact with guests in a friendly and positive manner
• Ability to take food and drink orders from customers accurately and efficiently
• Process guest orders to ensure all items are prepared properly and on a timely basis
• Pickup and deliver orders to patrons; supply proper condiments and accompaniments
• Use the restaurant’s POS to ring in guest orders
• Collect payments from customers
• Answer customer questions about the menu, with the ability to make recommendations
• Prepare and breakdown restaurant tables
• Adhere to sanitation, safety and alcohol beverage control policies
• Promptly address customer service issues and refer customers to management when necessary
• Assist with special events or other projects as needed
• Must be able and willing to work a flexible schedule to include days, nights, weekends and some holidays

Additional Responsibilities

• Adhere to grooming and appearance standards consistently
• Stay updated on current menu choices, specialties and deviations
• Perform basic “sidework” tasks as needed or directed by supervisor
• Help food preparation staff when needed
• Collaborate with other restaurant servers and kitchen/bar staff

Training and Experience

• Must be able to pass Responsible Service of Alcohol Test with a score of 90% or better
• Must have or be able to obtain State applicable health and/or alcohol compliance card
• Proven restaurant serving or hostessing experience a plus
• High school diploma; previous food safety training considered a plus
• Must be of legal age according to State regulations to serve alcohol

Skills and Knowledge

• Basic reading and writing skills are required
• Basic mathematical skills in order to make change
• Hands on experience in cashier duties
• Knowledge of workplace safety and food handling procedures
• Must be able to suggestively sell food and beverage items
• Basic computer skills 

Competencies and Personal Characteristics

• Customer-oriented approach and strong communication skills
• Ability to work well with other teammates while maintaining a positive attitude
• Excellent people skills
• Problem solving and decision making skills
• Multi-task oriented
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Environment and Physical Demands

• Must be able to walk and stand during entire shift
• Continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop and wipe
• Must be able to safely lift and easily maneuver trays of food weighing up to 50 pounds
• Frequent washing of hands

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Part time, Seasonal work, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Sunday,

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