Seasonal Server Assistant-1

We’re looking for enthusiastic, fun, and energetic people who take the work seriously, but not themselves. Let’s see if we’re a fit. We hope so.

Server assistants will be responsible of the dining experience to include greeting the guest, serving the guest in a gracious and professional manner that represents the highest of standards to ensure exceptional service to all guests that is consistent and continually in accordance to the Autograph Collection standards under the franchise of Mainsail Lodging & Development. What you have

High School diploma or higher

Previous hospitality / serving position preferred – minimum one year Server Assistant, Backwater, or Food Runner in greater Tampa Bay area preferred

Excellent customer service skills

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Ability to use technology, e.g. tablets

What you’ll do

Knowledge of all beverages to include liquors and wines

Serves guests in an efficient courteous manner following the proper steps of service

Runs food and assists servers as needed to The Lobby Bar, Pool, Upstairs Bar, In Room Dining

Comfort level with running food/drinks/hot boxes inside guest rooms

Report to work on time and in proper uniform / approved attire

Work as a team with all team members within the hotel

Check station assigned for cleanliness of area

Set up tables with items needed for service such as salt, pepper, cutlery, glassware, dishware

Have necessary tools to run the shift such as tray, pen, corkscrew, crumber

Ability to pair wines with meals

Knowledge of all menu items to include: prep time, preparations, sauces, allergies, and accompaniments

Keeping Back of House clean and tidy with all provided guidelines of ‘everything in its place’

Ability to use large descriptors to showcase entrees

Be aware of any specials, soups, drinks, and any items that are running low

Ability to handle station, or when situations arise, ability to let manager / supervisor know ahead of time so as not to affect the guest experience

Follow cash handling procedures, and must be able to explain shortages and overages

Follow the proper steps of service consistently with every table as outlined in training manual

Upsell items to guest at all interactions

Bus tables quickly and quietly ensuring no sticky residue is left on the table

Ability to carry tray

Detail tables and remove items not in use

Never solicit tips

Attend monthly department meetings and daily stand ups

Perform other duties as management requests to service our guests

Ability to use POS (point of sale) system

Follow the procedures addressed in the training manual

Ensure successful performance assisting guests with an exceptional experience to ensure high performing scores on the GSS according to Marriott.

Physical Demand

Ability to stand for extended periods of time and in a potentially hot area under a heat lamp

Ability to walk and bend

Ability to lift 25 pounds

Ability to communicate clearly

Corrected vision to normal range

Long hours sometimes required

Mental Demands

Make sound judgments quickly

Work on multiple tasks, making appropriate progress towards deadlines

Able to work independently, take direction and provide direction to others

Manage differing personalities within the office, the hotel, and the community

Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality

Ability to work effectively in stressful, high pressure situations

Ability to effectively handle challenges in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary

Mainsail is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military service and veteran status, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.