Bartenders/Food Runners/Hosts/Servers/Dishwas

Universal Waste Systems • Lake Elsinore, CA

3d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

THE LINKS AT SUMMERLY / BLACKBURN LOUNGE & GRILL ON THE LINKS is hiring Bartenders / Food Runners / Hosts / Servers / Dishwashers. Pay varies per position. Please state which position you are currently applying for.

Requirements

• Experience in a busy bar or full service restaurant preferred (Bartender).
• Comfortable with cocktail preparation, POS use, cash handling and guest service (Bartender).
• Able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as scheduled (Bartender, Host, Server).
• Complete required food handler and responsible beverage service training before independently performing applicable duties (Bartender).
• Able to stay organized and move safely through a busy dining room (Food Runner).
• Clear communication and attention to order details required (Food Runner).
• Restaurant experience helpful but not required (Food Runner, Dishwasher).
• Complete required food handler training (Food Runner, Server, Dishwasher).
• Warm, clear communication and strong organization required (Host).
• Comfortable using reservation or waitlist tools and handling multiple arrivals at once (Host).
• Restaurant or guest service experience preferred (Host, Server).
• Restaurant service experience preferred; strong communication and attention to detail required (Server).
• Able to learn menu details and use a POS system (Server).
• Complete any applicable beverage service training (Server).
• Reliable attendance and ability to maintain pace during busy service required (Dishwasher).
• Able to follow cleaning, chemical handling and safety instructions (Dishwasher).
• Complete required food handler training if assigned food handling duties (Dishwasher).

Nice To Haves

• Restaurant experience helpful but not required (Food Runner, Dishwasher).
• Restaurant or guest service experience preferred (Host).
• Restaurant experience helpful but not required (Dishwasher).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve drinks while giving guests attentive, responsible service in the lounge and dining room.
• Make cocktails, beer and wine orders accurately and consistently; follow recipes, portion standards and presentation guidelines.
• Check identification and follow alcohol service rules and Blackburn policies.
• Keep the bar stocked, clean and ready for service; complete opening and closing work.
• Handle orders and payments accurately and communicate with servers, runners and kitchen staff.
• Explain drink and food offerings, make thoughtful recommendations and address guest concerns promptly.
• Move finished dishes from expo to guests accurately and promptly, supporting smooth service.
• Check table numbers, seat positions, modifiers and completeness before delivery.
• Deliver food promptly and describe dishes clearly when needed.
• Communicate missing items, allergy flags and guest requests to expo or servers.
• Help stock service supplies, clear and reset tables, and keep the pass organized.
• Follow safe food handling and sanitation practices.
• Create a welcoming first and last impression and manage the flow of guests into the dining room.
• Greet guests, manage the waitlist and reservations, and provide accurate wait estimates.
• Seat parties thoughtfully while balancing server sections and kitchen pace.
• Answer phones and basic questions about hours, menu and accessibility.
• Communicate special occasions, seating needs and guest concerns to the team.
• Keep the entry, host stand and menus clean and organized.
• Guide guests through a friendly, accurate meal service from greeting through payment.
• Learn the menu, ingredients, allergens, specials and beverage offerings; communicate guest questions to the kitchen.
• Take and enter orders accurately, pace courses and check back with guests.
• Coordinate with the bar, expo and food runners to deliver complete orders.
• Process checks and payments accurately and assist with guest concerns.
• Reset tables and maintain a clean, stocked dining room throughout the shift.
• Keep dishes, cookware and kitchen work areas clean, sanitary and ready for service.
• Wash, sanitize and store dishes, glassware, utensils and cookware properly.
• Operate and check the dish machine according to posted procedures.
• Keep the dish area, drains and surrounding floors clean and organized.
• Handle trash and recycling, assist with cleaning tasks and restock clean wares.
• Communicate broken equipment, chemical concerns and shortages promptly.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed