Restaurant & Cocktail Server
Curry Up Now•San Mateo, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
At Curry Up Now San Mateo, our Front-of-House (FOH) team is the face of the brand. We're hiring Servers & Food Runners who move fast, stay sharp, and deliver warm hospitality with every order. This is a hands-on, multi-tasking position that blends traditional service with fast-casual efficiency.
Requirements
- Friendly, fast, and great under pressure
- Schedule: Weekends, evenings, and holiday availability required.
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods, lift up to 40 lbs, and hustle between tables
- Detail-oriented with strong communication skills
- POS experience preferred, but we’ll train the right person
- CA Food Handler Card required within 30 days of hire
- Min 1 Year Restaurant or hospitality experience
- At least 1 year experience in a restaurant Front of House position
- Self-discipline, initiative, leadership ability and outgoing
- Pleasant, polite manner and a neat and clean appearance
- Must possess good communication skills
- Ability to coordinate multiple tasks such as take orders, ensure that orders are produced timely and respond to guest questions.
- A combination of practical experience and education, along with the drive, desire, and ambition to succeed in work and in life
- Basic knowledge of computers (MS Word, Excel), and Point of Sale systems
- Must be reliable, dependable, and willing to work the hours per week as needed for the role whether full-time or part-time. Weekends & nights included.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States.
- Must have ServSafe, Food Handlers Certification
Nice To Haves
- POS experience preferred, but we’ll train the right person
Responsibilities
- Greet guests and take orders (in-person or via POS)
- Run food and drinks with accuracy and urgency
- Clear and sanitize tables, keep the floor tidy
- Help with light FOH prep and restocking
- Assist with bar service, cocktail running (if 21+)
- Provide restroom checks and light cleaning as needed
- Support the team across all FOH touchpoints (hosting, seating, guest issues)
Benefits
- Hourly Wage + Tips
- Free Shift Meal
- Discounted Meals at all Curry Up Now & Mortar & Pestle locations
- Health Insurance (if full-time and eligible)
- Sick Leave in accordance with CA and local law
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
