Living Room Server

The Boca Raton•Boca Raton, FL

10d

About The Position

The Server is a front-of-house service professional responsible for delivering warm, attentive, and consistent service. The role requires a solid foundation in service standards, food and beverage knowledge, and guest engagement. The ideal candidate has prior experience in a high-volume restaurant and can follow detailed steps of service while maintaining a friendly, professional demeanor. Servers help ensure guest satisfaction through accurate order taking, thoughtful recommendations, and efficient service execution. The role involves direct interaction with restaurant guests and members, and close collaboration with Bartenders, Server Assistants, Culinary, and Restaurant Management. It reports to the Restaurant General Manager. The position includes a range of guest service, order management, station readiness, team support, compliance, and cleaning duties.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of food and beverage service standards, guest relations, and dining etiquette.
Working knowledge of appropriate table settings, service ware, and menu items.
Ability to communicate clearly in English to explain menu items, record orders, and respond to guest needs.
Ability to remember, describe, and promote menu offerings.
Ability to carry trays weighing up to 40 lbs. through a busy dining room.
Ability to operate beverage equipment and POS systems efficiently.
Ability to remain friendly, composed, and professional in a fast-paced environment.
Must obtain and maintain any required licenses or certifications as applicable.
Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; walk or stand to a significant degree; and reach, handle, feel, talk, hear, and see.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Six months to one year of prior serving experience preferred; prior hospitality experience strongly preferred.
CPR and/or First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Greet guests promptly and courteously, creating a welcoming and relaxed dining atmosphere.
Explain menu items, daily specials, and restaurant promotions clearly and confidently.
Take accurate food and beverage orders and repeat them to guests to ensure accuracy.
Monitor tables throughout the meal, replenish beverages, and check guest satisfaction.
Present dessert, specialty coffee, and after-dinner beverage options when appropriate.
Thank guests and provide a positive final impression of the restaurant.
Enter guest orders accurately into the POS system and communicate them properly to the kitchen and bar.
Retrieve completed orders from the kitchen, verify accuracy and presentation, and deliver items promptly with appropriate condiments.
Use POS tablets and wireless communication systems during service.
Process guest checks accurately and in accordance with hotel and restaurant procedures.
Follow established steps of service and restaurant standards.
Adhere to state, federal, and company alcohol service regulations, including verifying identification and monitoring guest consumption.
Maintain professionalism and composure during high-volume or peak service periods.
Check the assigned station before, during, and after shifts to ensure proper setup, cleanliness, and readiness.
Perform opening, running, and closing duties as outlined on service checklists.
Assist Server Assistants and bussing teams with clearing and resetting tables as needed.
Perform assigned side work, including restocking condiments and maintaining side stands.
Complete general cleaning tasks using approved cleaning products to maintain health and safety standards.
Attend required meetings and training.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support restaurant operations.