Server - Thistle & Rye

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Server                                                                    Classification: Non-Exempt

Department: Food & Beverage                                          Department Head: Director of Food & Beverage

Reports to: Josh Weast

Welcome to Conrad Nashville. We offer luxurious accommodations and exceptional service in the ever-evolving Nashville hospitality industry. Join our dynamic team, learn and grow in a culture of collaboration. Our priority is your well-being, which is why we offer competitive compensation packages, healthcare insurance, 401k plans, and team member discounts. Living and working in Nashville provides access to diverse cultural attractions, entertainment venues and culinary experiences. At Conrad Nashville, you can make a positive impact and be part of a world-class hospitality brand. Join us and discover all that we have to offer.

Job Summary

The Food Server is responsible for creating the overall dining experience for our guests. The role will be accountable for interacting with guests, taking food & beverage orders as well as ensuring an exceptional guest experience.

Job Duties

• Greet guest in a positive, friendly manner and make them feel welcome upon seating.
• Guide guest through all phases of their experience at the restaurant.
• Consistently follow sequence of service utilizing all proper procedures standardized by management.
• Rotate to other Food & Beverage outlets/venues, as necessary.
• Maintain table cleanliness utilizing silent table approach.
• Itemized bills correctly and efficiently secure payment.
• Ensure table side food service and quality presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and stock of assigned sections, side stations, tables and POS stations.
• Anticipate the guests’ needs and respond appropriately with a sense of urgency.
• Review identification of customers to verify they are of legal drinking age.
• Maintain level of professionalism that will make guest want to return.
• Exhibit proper knowledge, selling techniques of all menu items; food, non-alcoholic beverages and alcoholic beverages.
• Deliver food & beverages, including alcoholic options to guests.
• Provide proper communication and promptly resolve guest issues.
• Obtain and maintain position-specific licensing.
• Work as a team, assisting all guests’ needs and inquiries.
• Ensure all Conrad Nashville core values as well as property and department standards are implemented and applied.
• Bid farewell to guests, using guest’s name when known and encourage them to return.
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• 2+ years of experience in a hotel, restaurant, or catering facility of similar caliber preferred.
• Experience in fast paced, high volume atmosphere.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain & maintain full knowledge and understanding of company and
• department rules and regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to read, write & speak fluent English.

Physical Requirements

• Most work tasks are performed indoors, temperature can be very hot with or without control of environmental systems.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to maneuver between stations and areas efficiently and easily
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Requires manual dexterity
• Must be flexible to work any day of the week, weekends, and holidays if assigned

Benefits:

• 401k after 90 days, fully vested, company match to 4%
• Medical (3 plan choices)
• Dental (2 Plan choices)
• Vision
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off 
• Hilton Honors Team Member Discounts
• Northwood Hospitality Discounts 

EEO and ADA Statements

Conrad Nashville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support and encourage diversity in the workplace.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

The restaurant server is second only to the quality of the food in creating positive memorable culinary experiences. Guest service is the first and primary responsibility. Everything the server does is done to delight guests.

Education
* High school diploma or GED

Skills and Experience (Essential)
* At least 18 years of age
* One year in the hospitality or restaurant industry
* Basic computer skills
* Must be able to speak, read and write English and have basic food/beverage knowledge
* Must be able to work well under pressure while retaining tact and composure when resolving guest complaints