Fine Dining Server - L’Auberge Chez François

Thompson Hospitality Corporation • Great Falls, VA

68d • Onsite

About The Position

L’Auberge Chez François, a celebrated destination for classic French cuisine, exceptional service, and timeless hospitality in Great Falls, Virginia, is seeking an experienced and polished Fine Dining Server to join their Front-of-House team. This role is for a hospitality professional who takes genuine pride in creating memorable dining experiences, understanding that fine dining involves anticipating needs, menu knowledge, table reading, and delivering gracious, personalized service from guest arrival to departure.

Requirements

• 2+ years of serving experience in a fine-dining or upscale restaurant environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of traditional fine-dining service standards and etiquette.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• A polished, professional, and confident presence.
• Strong knowledge of food, wine, cocktails, and hospitality.
• Ability to describe menu items and make thoughtful recommendations based on guest preferences.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tables while maintaining personalized service.
• Ability to remain calm, gracious, and professional in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and committed to providing outstanding guest service.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift/carry trays and service items as required.
• Must meet applicable age requirements for alcohol service.

Nice To Haves

• Understands the art of hospitality.
• Notices the small details.
• Takes pride in appearance and presentation.
• Genuinely enjoys making guests feel welcomed and cared for.
• Creates an experience, not just a meal.
• Has a passion for exceptional food, wine, service, and hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional, attentive, and personalized service to every guest while maintaining the standards of a premier fine-dining restaurant.
• Create a warm, welcoming, and professional experience that reflects the tradition and elegance of L’Auberge Chez François.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of the menu, ingredients, preparation methods, daily specials, wine and beverage offerings, and appropriate pairings.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders and communicate special requests, allergies, and dietary needs clearly to the culinary team.
• Anticipate guest needs and provide thoughtful, proactive service throughout the dining experience.
• Execute all aspects of fine-dining table service, including proper table setting, coursing, clearing, resetting, and service etiquette.
• Work closely with culinary, bar, host, and management teams to ensure seamless service.
• Maintain awareness of timing and pacing between courses while ensuring guests never feel rushed.
• Handle guest questions and concerns with professionalism, discretion, and a genuine desire to exceed expectations.
• Process payments accurately and efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and polished dining environment.
• Uphold all food safety, sanitation, alcohol service, and restaurant policies.
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and collaborative team environment.

Benefits

• Opportunities to expand your knowledge of French cuisine, wine, and fine-dining service.
• Be part of Thompson Hospitality, a growing hospitality organization with opportunities across its portfolio.
• Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed