Front Waiter at Castle Hill - Aurelia
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Location:
Newport, RI, US
Company:
Newport Restaurant Group
Summary:
The Front Waiter will interact with guests, take orders, and serve meals in a fine-dining setting. Applicants should have two years of fine dining experience and be flexible with scheduling.
Requirements:
Hard Skills: Customer service, Multitasking, Communication
Credentials: Alcohol Safety Certification
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of previous fine dining server experience preferred, Must have flexible schedule to work during days, nights, weekends, and some holidays as needed
Job Description:
Job Details
Job Location: Newport, RI
Salary Range: $25.00 - $35.00 Hourly
Description
Castle Hill Inn is looking for a Front Waiter to join the team in our fine-dining room, Aurelia.
Residing inside the historic Agassiz Mansion at Castle Hill Inn, The Forbes and Relais & Chateaux restaurant Aurelia is the next evolution in Castle Hill’s culinary journey – one that has been lauded as one of the best dining experiences in New England. Nestled on forty magical acres, the property has been the backdrop of memorable occasions for more than a century. Castle Hill Inn is proud to be part of the Newport Restaurant Group!
About the Position: In the Front Waiter role, you will be interacting, taking orders, and serving meals to guests in the dining area while assisting the Server.
About You: You are energetic, highly motivated, and have a passion for hospitality where pleasing our guests comes naturally. You are able to work in a fast-paced environment, possess excellent multitasking skills, and are willing to work as part of a team.
Essential Duties:
- Maintain Forbes 5 star standards
- Accurately and consistently execute Aurelia's steps of service.
- Execute in service workflow as directed.
- Assist with beverage pairings.
- Maintain stocked and organized service stations.
- Communicate effectively with guests and other team members to ensure timing standards are maintained.
- Possess a working understanding of the menu
- Coordinate setup in dining rooms for Aurelia service
- Provide general table maintenance.
- Complete daily side work as assigned.
- Fill in for other support roles as needed.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive compensation $25-$35/Hour!
- Ability Assist (EAP)
- Great 401K match
- Employee Ownership Opportunities
- 35% discount when dining in our locations
- Perk Spot options
- Holiday Appreciation Bonus
- RI/MA Sick Leave
- Depending on your hours, you may also be eligible for
- Flex Spending Account
- Excellent Health, Dental and Vision benefits
- HRA
- Anniversary Pay
- Wholesale Club Reimbursement Program
ABOUT Newport Restaurant Group: We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company. What does it mean to work for an 100% Employee-Owned Company? If you decide to join our team, you’ll not just be an employee — you’ll be eligible to become an owner in the company. Really, there’s no catch, we invest in our employees, and they in turn invest their time, energy and talents in our businesses! We have one of the strongest, friendliest hospitality staffs in New England. Our common goal is to make people happy through great food, great locations and great teamwork. If you feel the same, we want to hear from you.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of previous fine dining server experience preferred
- Must have flexible schedule to work during days, nights, weekends, and some holidays as needed
- Must hold Alcohol Safety Certification
Skills & Abilities:
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to lift and move 25-50 pounds
- Be collaborative, using a team approach to creating an equitable workplace environment and have respectful working relationships
- Outstanding customer service skills
- Able to effectively communicate with guests & staff
- Knowledge of proper sequence of service
- Must maintain a professional appearance
