Server -- Olive + Oak

O+O Hospitality Group•Webster Groves, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Olive + Oak is a James Beard Foundation award-nominated restaurant in Webster Groves. Founded in 2016, we are known for our seasonally changing menus created by Executive Chef Bonnie Moore, with a commitment to sourcing only the best local and imported ingredients. Our food is refined yet approachable—guests can enjoy anything from a burger and a can of Busch to a coursed meal with Champagne, oysters, and ribeye. We also offer vegetarian and vegan options and take great care to accommodate guests with allergies or dietary restrictions.

Requirements

Experienced, hospitable Servers who thrive on delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Strong working knowledge of food and wine.
Confidence in selling wine.
Ability to expertly guide guests through our ever-evolving food and beverage offerings.
Ability to serve as a trusted resource on all aspects of the Olive + Oak guest experience.
Evening availability.
Four shift per week minimum required.

Nice To Haves

Wine-Savvy & Confident: You have proven success in wine sales or a strong passion for wine, with the ability to guide guests through selections and pairings.
Engaging & Personable: You’re comfortable hosting guests as if welcoming them into your own home, with a knack for reading the table’s energy and making warm, genuine connections.
Adaptable & Collaborative: You love being part of a team, quickly learn new menu items, and are flexible with nightly changes.
Detail-Oriented & Committed: You take pride in providing exceptional service while following high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety.

Responsibilities

Arrive before service to set up the dining room and ensure readiness for guests.
Attend daily pre-service line-up meetings for menu and service updates (including food, beverage, and wine features).
Provide genuine, heartfelt hospitality to each guest throughout dinner service.
Confidently recommend and sell wines; maintain detailed knowledge of varietals, regions, and flavor profiles to suggest pairings to guests.
Collaborate with other servers and support staff.
Perform light side-work duties and maintain cleanliness throughout and after service.
Continuously update and expand your knowledge of items and ingredients on our daily-changing menus.