Cocktail Server - Sweet Tea & Barley, Williamsburg Lodge

About the role

The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is a private, not-for-profit educational institution dedicated to preserving and restoring 18th-century Williamsburg, Virginia's colonial capital. Founded in 1926, the Foundation engages, informs, and inspires visitors through its extensive collection of historical sites, museums, and research resources.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests hospitably and serve them efficiently providing proper food and beverage service.
• Learn and describe menu items to guests including chef specials.
• Suggest wine and other beverages.
• Responsible for standard table set-up procedures and cleanliness of the dining room.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Two years server experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Excellent public contact skills including tact, courtesy, and patience.
• Ability to meet the standards listed below:
• Satisfy customers under all circumstances.
• Communicate effectively.
• Read and write, perform basic mathematical computations, and memorize the food and beverages offered.
• Learn and communicate relevant dining information to guests.

• Bending, lifting, stooping;
• Carrying trays weighing up to 50 pounds;
• Extensive use of stairs.

Qualifications

None specified.

Skills

None specified.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Part-time, up to 40 hours per week upon entering a 90-day Part-Time Probationary status. Becomes eligible for Full-Time status after completing the probationary period.