Servers @ Farmhouse Restaurant - Descanso Gardens

Sodexo Live•La Cañada Flintridge, CA

4d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Servers Part Time Position pays $17.81 + tips Join Farmhouse, the exciting new restaurant led by renowned Chef Rich Mead, at Descanso Gardens-a tranquil urban retreat located just 20 minutes from downtown Los Angeles. Descanso Gardens, known for its stunning botanical collections and seasonal displays, welcomes over 750,000 visitors annually. With the addition of Farmhouse, guests will enjoy fresh, seasonal, farm-to-table cuisine inspired by California's finest ingredients, crafted by Chef Mead, who is celebrated for his commitment to sustainability and partnerships with local farmers. At Sodexo Live!, we take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet and creating lasting memories for fans, visitors, guests and team members. Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. Here, you'll build a career where 'everyday' is anything but normal. Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring your personality, your background and your desire to delight others. In return, we'll give you all you need to thrive. After giving it all, you'll return home knowing that you've played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment. We are currently seeking Servers at the Farmhouse Restaurant for Descanso Gardens.

Requirements

Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.
Must be able to work in extremes of cold to heat.
Must be able to exert well-paced mobility to maneuver quickly among different areas of the facility.
Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
TIPS or TEAM trained or equivalent.
Age 21 or older.
Demonstrated ability to understand and effectively implement written and verbal instructions.
Strong team orientation and ability to work with a variety of departments to accomplish assigned tasks.
Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations, to include addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Ability to utilize a calculator, change counters and manually count and accurately make change for transactions involving large sums of money.
Demonstrated ability to understand and effectively implement written and verbal instructions.
Strong team orientation and ability to work with a variety of departments to accomplish assigned tasks.
Ability to count and accurately make change involving large sums of money.
Ability to use calculator, bill counters, and coin counters.

Responsibilities

Receive daily section assignment from manager
Set up and stock station as required.
Smile, greet and focus on customers when approaching their table
Introduce oneself and inform guests of any specials or menu changes
Offer and serve cocktails or beverages
Apply active listening skills as they state their order.
Be fully knowledgeable of menu offerings and be prepared to accurately answer questions, such as where food products come from, how food is prepared, tastes and textures, etc.
Make specific beverage, appetizer, entrée, and dessert recommendations based on personal preferences and experiences with other guests.
Answer questions regarding wine list, where wines come from, the vintage, suggested food pairings, aromas and flavors, etc.
Follow all state and local guidelines for responsible alcoholic beverage service
Check identification of guests to verify age requirements for consumption of alcohol.
Incorporate suggestive selling or up-selling techniques, as appropriate
Verbally confirm order back to customer to ensure accuracy.
Process orders in the proper sequence by accurately entering into POS.