GARNI Cafe Server | PT

About the role

You will be an integral member of the team that creates distinctively different and authentic experiences for our guests. You will be responsible for greeting guests, taking orders, serving food and beverages, and checking on guest satisfaction. You will use the freedom to go beyond to turn guest interactions into moments of magic. At CoralTree Hospitality, we're committed to enriching your career and life experiences through unparalleled benefits that support your personal and professional growth. Joining the CoralTree team means gaining access to an exceptional benefits package designed with you in mind. Join us and discover a workplace where your contributions are valued and rewarded every day.

Benefits

• Explore Freely: complimentary and discounted stays at CoralTree Hospitality properties through the Team Member Travel Program.
• Share the Experience: unlimited Friends and Family discounted rates.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: pre‑tax flexible benefit plan covering healthcare and dependent care expenses, plus medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and pet insurance.
• Build for the Future: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Support When You Need It: Employee Assistance Program.
• Enriched Lifestyle: paid vacation, sick days, and holidays.
• Exclusive Discounts: team member discounts from top industry brands in travel, entertainment, and retail (e.g., Apple, Live Nation, Samsung, Hertz, and more).
• Lake Nona Wave Hotel specific benefits: enhanced wellness rates at the Lake Nona Performance Club; culinary discounts at Tavistock Group Restaurants; complimentary team member meals, uniforms, and parking.

Responsibilities

• Enthusiastically welcome guests into the restaurant.
• Share your knowledge and recommendations of the food & beverage menus to our guests.
• Utilize the freedom to go beyond and take initiative to resolve guest complaints and create loyalty.
• Create memorable experiences with your welcoming personality by genuinely relating to guests and team members.
• Communicate with the culinary team regarding meal requirements, allergies, special dietary needs, and any other special guest requests.
• Multi‑task with an impeccable eye for detail to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Take orders, deliver drinks, and process payments.
• Stock and organize inventory at server stations and behind the bar.
• Assist bartenders with additional tasks as necessary.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Flexibility with workdays and hours (demanding business, but fun).
• Must meet the legal age requirement to serve alcohol.
• Previous experience passionately providing food and beverage service to others preferred.
• Alcohol service and Food Handler certifications are required.
• Familiarity of restaurant terminology and food service techniques preferred.
• People person: enjoys creating experiences that go beyond the expected.
• Great communicator: able to communicate fluently in English both verbally and through legible writing.
• Physical demands: regularly required to walk and stand 8+ hours per day; may need to use hands and arms to reach, carry, pull, and lift up to 25 lbs.