Server at the Key West Cooking School

Historic Tours of America • Key West, FL

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About The Position

The Event Server provides efficient, professional, and hospitable service while meeting guests’ needs. The role works cooperatively with the kitchen, bartenders, cast members, hosts, and other employees, and maintains a positive attitude while delivering authentic service. The position supports private events at the Key West Cooking School, from setup through breakdown and proper storage of equipment, while following service standards and departmental and organizational policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Two or more years of high-volume serving experience is required.
• Complete a food safety certification program, which may include a food handler card, before serving food or alcohol.
• Maintain required food and drink certifications.
• Pass a pre-employment background check and substance abuse testing.
• Ability to work independently for long periods and in groups within established rules and regulations.
• Ability to display a positive, energetic, and outwardly friendly attitude toward guests.
• Strong communication and listening skills, including excellent speaking, reading, and writing.
• Ability to comprehend and use technical or professional language, written or spoken, to communicate complex ideas.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a sense of urgency.
• Passion for helping people and making their Key West experience memorable.

Nice To Haves

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up private events according to the manager’s instructions.
• Follow service standards to maintain a high level of guest service.
• Break down event areas and properly store all equipment.
• Understand and follow the policies and procedures of the special events and live demonstration department and the Key West Cooking School organization.
• Work as a team with other servers and staff.
• Serve guests efficiently, professionally, hospitably, and authentically in cooperation with other employees.

Benefits

• $15 per hour plus tips.
• Paid training.
• Full-time employees are eligible for paid vacation time and company-sponsored health and wellness plans.
• Full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees are eligible for paid sick time and a 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Fun and upbeat work environment with award and recognition celebrations throughout the year.
• First Stop Health provides employees and their dependents 24-hour access to a doctor by phone or computer; the employer pays 100%.
• Discounts in retail stores and free admission to all company attractions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED