Breakfast Server

Algonquin Resort•Halifax, NS

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team as a Breakfast Server at The Prince George Hotel At The Prince George Hotel, exceptional dining experiences begin with warm hospitality, attentive service, and genuine connections with our guests. We are looking for a confident and service-oriented Breakfast Server who takes pride in exceeding expectations and creating memorable experiences. The successful candidate will provide prompt, professional, and personalized service while working closely with the Food & Beverage and Culinary teams. This position also plays an important role in maintaining restaurant standards and helping guide the team when the Terrace Supervisor is unavailable.

Requirements

Previous food and beverage service experience in a restaurant, hotel, or similar hospitality environment is preferred
A genuine passion for hospitality and creating positive guest experiences
Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
The ability to remain composed, attentive, and professional in a busy environment
Confidence in handling guest concerns and making appropriate service decisions
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to cleanliness and presentation standards
The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Knowledge of food, beverages, menu items, and responsible alcohol service
The flexibility to work a variety of shifts based on business needs, including mornings, weekends, and holidays

Nice To Haves

Experience using a point-of-sale system, is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Welcome guests warmly, recognize returning patrons, and use guest names whenever possible
Take and accurately enter orders for à la carte menu items, set meals, buffets, and beverages
Pace each dining experience according to guest expectations and communicate timing requirements to the Kitchen team
Answer questions about menu offerings, daily specials, unavailable items, and hotel services
Accommodate special requests and clearly communicate menu modifications to the Kitchen
Monitor food quality and presentation, addressing any inconsistencies promptly
Promote menu items and beverages through thoughtful, responsible suggestive selling
Operate the point-of-sale system to enter orders, maintain guest checks, process corrections, and complete settlements
Prepare the restaurant for each meal period by organizing service stations, table settings, linens, condiments, bread, butter, coffee supplies, china, glassware, and cutlery
Bus, clean, and reset tables while maintaining clean menus, condiment dispensers, work surfaces, equipment, and storage areas
Polish glassware and cutlery and ensure service equipment is clean, organized, and ready for use
Assist with restaurant preparation, including lighting, music, temperature, windows, displays, seating arrangements, and staff sections
Greet and seat guests, accept and confirm dining reservations, and assist with Room Service when required
Anticipate business levels and help ensure the restaurant remains organized, welcoming, and properly prepared
Respond confidently and professionally to guest concerns, making appropriate decisions to restore guest satisfaction and loyalty
Monitor service and restaurant standards and provide direction to team members in the absence of the Terrace Supervisor
Maintain open and effective communication with guests, colleagues, the Culinary team, and other hotel departments
Develop and maintain strong knowledge of the hotel’s services, facilities, and features to assist guests and identify sales opportunities
Follow all health, safety, and emergency procedures and promptly report incidents, accidents, near misses, and safety hazards
Lead by example and complete other reasonable duties assigned by the Terrace Supervisor or hotel management