Server - Salt + Smoke- Ellisville

Salt + Smoke•Ellisville, MO

About The Position

ABOUT SALT + SMOKE: If you’re passionate about great food, great people, and delivering outstanding experiences, apply today! We can’t wait to meet you and see how you can make happy happen at Salt + Smoke! The team at Salt + Smoke have been passionate about treating meat right for years and are excited to bring our St. Louis-style BBQ to the Delmar Loop, Hampton, St. Charles, Ballpark Village, Ellisville, and South County neighborhoods. We do our best to bring you the best, serving our community is what we love to do! Our Mission: BBQ, bourbon, and beer are what we do, but people are who we are. To learn more about our values and what we stand for, please click the link below to learn more! Salt + Smoke Values REASONS YOU'LL LOVE JOINING OUR TEAM: Supportive and Inclusive Culture: At Salt + Smoke, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of warmth, belonging, and community — where everyone is valued, supported, and encouraged to thrive. Whether it’s our team, our guests, or our famous brisket, we deliver our very best in everything we do. If you’re passionate about making people feel welcome and delivering top-notch experiences, you’ll feel right at home here. Competitive Pay: We offer competitive pay and a reliable weekly paycheck. Advancement Opportunities: At Salt + Smoke, your growth is our growth. We recognize the potential in every bestie and provide numerous opportunities for advancement. Whether you’re interested in moving into a leadership position, taking on a corporate role, or exploring positions in operations or with our commissary team, there’s a clear career path for you here! Benefits: We offer an exceptional benefits package for eligible part and full-time team besties, including: Medical Coverage – PPO and HSA Plans Dental & Vision Insurance Company Provided - Life & AD&D Insurance Company Provided - Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability FSA Dependent Care & Medical Plans 401(k) Retirement Plan – With Employer Match Paid Time Off, Holiday, and Sick Time (for Full Time Salaried Besties) Part Time Paid Time Off (for eligible Part Time Hourly Besties) Employee Discounts Part time besties are eligible for benefits after 1 year of employment, with an average of 30+ hours per week. If a part time bestie meets these requirements, they will also be eligible for the Part Time PTO policy. SERVER YOU'RE A GREAT MATCH FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU: If you thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment, can simultaneously have a commitment for excellence, hospitality, multi-task, and remain positive and upbeat, we want to hear from you! We are looking for a talented Server with a passion for service and a commitment to helping the restaurant run smoothly, for both the Front of House team and our guests. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: As a server at Salt + Smoke, you are the primary point of contact for the guest. As such, you are responsible for directing the course of the guest experience. This includes menu knowledge (both food and drink), proper table service sequence, appearance (adherence to the dress code), and most importantly a sense of responsibility for the success of the restaurant through teamwork and positive attitudes. We emphasize excellence in all aspects of our jobs from maintaining cleanliness of the store to upselling desserts and our bourbon list, to time management in completing side duties and helping your fellow servers. All these things add up indirectly to sway each customer experience in one direction or another. Being truly hospitable and putting others' needs first is the only way to succeed in any service industry.

Requirements

Ability to perform the sequence order expectations of a server with complete knowledge of food and drinks while providing friendly service.
Ability to understand and comply with proper food handling techniques according to state and local serving guidelines.
Ability to timely identify and resolve basic issues as they arise.
Ability to stand and be on feet for extended periods of time in varied climate conditions.
Ability to carry and lift up to 50 lbs at times.
Ability to go up and down stairs.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Scheduled days and times may vary based on business needs.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining flexible and efficient.
Excellent team-work skills.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
1+ year of serving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Greet all tables in a timely fashion with an informative introduction.
Learn all aspects of the food and beverage menus, including knowledge of gluten free and allergy details and any specials we are running.
Ensure all tables in your section are set properly before shift.
Pre-Buss and buss all tables, look for empty plates, glassware etc. Full hands in, full hands out.
Answer any questions the guest might have and guide them through the process to ensure that they have the best experience possible
Ensure that the guest receives their food in a timely fashion, double check that they have what they need, and explain our sauces
Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the restaurant and aid in side work with fellow servers.
Communicate with the kitchen any dietary or allergy restrictions or special requests guests may have.
Deliver plates and drinks to all tables, not just your own, when needed.
Process guest checks and collect payments.
Operate with the highest level of genuine hospitality and care for our guests.