Restaurant Server

About the Role

At the foot of Camelback Mountain, where desert sunsets, old Arizona charm, and exceptional hospitality meet, El Chorro has been welcoming locals and travelers for decades. This is more than a place to serve a meal—it’s a chance to help create the kind of experience guests remember long after the last glass is cleared. We’re looking for a polished, energetic hospitality professional who knows that great service is equal parts timing, knowledge, warmth, and genuine connection. If you thrive in a fast-paced fine-dining environment, enjoy making thoughtful recommendations, and love turning an ordinary night out into an unforgettable occasion, you’ll feel right at home here. Come be part of a historic Paradise Valley destination where every shift offers a fresh view, a lively dining room, and the opportunity to make every guest feel like our only guest.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and maintaining a clean, fully stocked, and properly set service station before, during, and after each shift
• Greeting every guest with warmth, professionalism, and a sincere welcome
• Presenting menu specials, promotions, and thoughtful recommendations with confidence and product knowledge
• Taking accurate food and beverage orders and entering them into the Toast point-of-sale system
• Coordinating with the kitchen and bar to ensure orders are accurate, timely, and beautifully delivered
• Serving food and beverages with appropriate condiments, attention to detail, and refined service standards
• Checking back often, refreshing beverages, anticipating requests, and offering dessert, coffee, and after-dinner selections
• Presenting checks promptly, processing payments accurately, and warmly inviting guests to return
• Following all State of Arizona, federal, and resort liquor regulations
• Supporting restaurant leadership and fellow team members in delivering an exceptional experience from first greeting to final farewell

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Current Maricopa County Food Service Worker Card
• Current Arizona Title IV Alcohol Certification
• At least two years of high-volume fine-dining experience preferred
• Knowledge of food and beverage preparation, alcoholic beverage service, table settings, serviceware, and menu items
• The ability to learn, remember, describe, and enthusiastically promote a variety of menu offerings
• Comfort transporting large trays of beverages through a busy dining room or lounge
• Experience with beverage equipment and point-of-sale systems, including Toast
• Clear verbal and written English communication skills preferred

Skills

• A warm, confident, and naturally engaging approach to hospitality
• Fine-dining experience and a genuine enthusiasm for food, wine, cocktails, and memorable guest experiences
• The ability to read the table, anticipate needs, and deliver polished service with grace and efficiency
• Suggestive-selling savvy that feels helpful, personal, and never scripted
• A collaborative spirit and the willingness to jump in wherever needed to support the team and the guest

Working Conditions

Attendance as scheduled is a critical element in all positions at El Chorro. El Chorro’s leaders and associates believe each guest (internal and external) should be treated with respect, kindness, and professionalism. We believe that “Making Space for Genuine Hospitality” is our purpose, enticing our guests to return again and again. To be successful at El Chorro, associates must embrace our Purpose, Pillars, and 21 Service Essentials. This includes being hands-on and heartfelt, sincere and focused, collaborative and curious, and conscientious, possessing and demonstrating a high level of care and attention to internal and external guests. Our forward-thinking, fun, friendly, engaging, and enthusiastic associates treat every guest as if they were our only guest. A true customer focus is essential to success with our property and company.