Restaurant Server

Job Type

Part-time

About the role

Americana House, Lodi’s most anticipated new restaurant from Michelin-starred Chef Charlie Palmer, is redefining the local dining scene with a bold, elevated experience. Featuring a newly designed bar with curated wines, handcrafted cocktails, seasonal dishes, live music, and more, Americana House offers a vibrant atmosphere where exceptional food and hospitality come together. We are currently seeking experienced mixologists to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with warmth and professionalism, providing attentive, personalized service throughout their dining experience to ensure complete satisfaction.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders, answer menu questions, and make knowledgeable recommendations on appetizers, entrées, desserts, wines, cocktails, and other beverages.
• Anticipate guest needs, promptly and professionally resolve concerns, and communicate dietary restrictions, allergies, and special requests accurately to the kitchen.
• Work collaboratively with team members and management to ensure efficient, seamless service and an exceptional guest experience.
• Complete opening and closing duties, maintain a clean and organized work area, and restock supplies to support daily restaurant operations.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development while adhering to all company policies, food safety and sanitation standards, and California Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) regulations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years serving experience, preferably in fine dining establishments.
• A positive attitude and genuine passion for hospitality.
• Outstanding customer service and communication skills.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to support fellow team members.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts.
• Experience using a Point-of-Sale (POS) system.

Physical Abilities

• Constant walking, standing and repetitive use of hands, arms and legs.
• Frequent carrying of bottles, tray with drinks and plate(s) of food, bending, grasping, pushing, pulling and reaching below, above and at shoulder level.
• Occasional bending and twisting of neck, power grasping.
• You must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, stoop and reach; lift and carry equipment and supplies; constantly walk and stand for long periods (up to 4 hours) and ability to work in a fast paced environment; walking over uneven ground and up and down stairs to service guests with or without reasonable accommodation.
• See and read a POS and printed material with or without vision aids.
• Hear and understand speech at normal levels.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: $16.90 hourly rate plus gratuity averaging from $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
401(k) Matching
Aflac Supplemental
Team Member Discount
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Born from the elegant merger of the culinary and hospitality worlds, Appellation is much more than a typical hotel company. Inspired by its name, this new hotel brand brings together the best of local elements in a new way: a hotel collection powered by people, connected by food, and defined by place - All designed to celebrate its destinations’ culture, community, and craftsmanship.

Appellation Lodi – Wine & Roses Resort and Spa offers the perfect setting for romantic getaways, special occasions, business events, and more. As San Joaquin’s leader in hospitality and culinary excellence, we provide a strong team atmosphere and career growth opportunities in various fields, including hotel industry, culinary arts, event planning, spa & wellness, administration, and management.

The cost of living is significantly more affordable than many major metropolitan areas, at approximately 41% lower than San Francisco, 28% lower than Los Angeles, and 21% lower than Napa. With convenient access to Sacramento, the Bay Area, and Lake Tahoe, Lodi is an ideal destination for professionals and families seeking career growth alongside a balanced, fulfilling lifestyle.

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