Banquet Food Server

Headlands Lodge, Inn at Kiwanda, Hart's Camp•Pacific City, OR

67d•Onsite

About The Position

Meridian Restaurant and Bar, located inside the Headlands Coastal Lodge and Spa, is seeking a Banquet Food Server. This medium-sized restaurant focuses on innovative northwest coastal cuisine with warmth and genuineness. The role offers the opportunity to expand skills while enjoying views of the Oregon Coast and serving guests from around the world. The culture emphasizes individual distinction and a collective soul, encouraging team members to let their personalities shine and have fun. The food server will provide guests with an extraordinary coastal dining experience by serving Meridian's food and drinks, meeting guest needs with generosity and an entrepreneurial spirit, and demonstrating knowledge of offerings, amenities, the local area, and the menu.

Requirements

Must be available to work AM shifts from 7am to 3pm.
Must have prior food service experience, preferably in a fine dining establishment.
Obtain a Food Handler’s Card and O.L.C.C. Permit.
Must be available for morning shifts.
Must have professional appearance and excellent customer service skills.
Speak, read, write, and understand the primary language of the work location.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time, stoop, bend, and lift to 50 pounds.
Must maintain a tactful, courteous, and cooperative attitude in dealing with managers, guests, and peers.
Develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with team members and others.

Responsibilities

Take food and beverage orders while making recommendations from knowledge of Meridian menu.
Assisting in filling beverage orders and water frequently.
Deliver food and beverages orders tableside in timely manner.
Properly handle billing, gratuities, and other financial matters related to each guest.
Maintain assigned and specific side- work to ensure dining room cleanliness.
Interact with guest in a friendly and efficient manner.
Operate the POS for order placement and receipt of payment.
Perform all opening and closing duties as assigned.
Ensure meeting all compliance with Headlands and Meridian Policies, and Health Department and OLCC Laws.
Perform other duties as requested and instructed by the restaurant manager.
Report to work in a neat and clean uniform. Well-Groomed hair and personal hygiene are essential.
Extensive knowledge of Meridian food and beverage menus.
Work and act as a team player in all the interactions with the headlands Employees.
Coordinate with Meridian kitchen to ensure food order is up to the standard of the brand.