Server

Tupelo Grille • Whitefish, MT

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Servers at Tupelo Grill are responsible for delivering a dining experience that feels personal, informed, and effortless. This means knowing the menu thoroughly, anticipating guest needs, and executing service with confidence and care. We are a casual fine dining restaurant, which means standards are high but the atmosphere is warm — not stiff. The best servers here make it look easy because they have put in the work behind the scenes.

Requirements

• Prior serving experience in a full-service restaurant required
• Solid working knowledge of food and beverage, including wine and cocktails
• Comfortable with POS systems
• Must be 18 or older and eligible to serve alcohol in the state of Montana
• Able to carry multiple plates and remain on your feet for extended shifts

Nice To Haves

• fine dining or upscale casual experience preferred
• Toast experience a plus
• You read a table quickly and adjust your approach accordingly
• You treat service as a craft, not just a job
• You are consistent — guests get the same excellent experience whether it is a Tuesday or a Saturday
• You follow through. When you say you will check on something, you do

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests to their table, establish genuine rapport, and guide the experience from start to finish
• Maintain current, thorough knowledge of the menu — including ingredients, preparation methods, allergens, and modification options
• Make informed, enthusiastic recommendations on food and beverage pairings
• Take orders accurately without relying on shortcuts or assumptions
• Coordinate with the kitchen and expo on timing, modifications, and special requests
• Monitor tables throughout service — anticipate needs without hovering
• Handle guest feedback or concerns with professionalism and escalate to a manager when appropriate
• Complete assigned opening and closing sidework thoroughly and on time
• Support teammates, including bussers and food runners, to maintain floor flow
• Process payments accurately and in accordance with tip reporting policies

What This Job Offers

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