Restaurant Server - Limelight Ketchum

About the role

Limelight Hotels by Aspen One provide authentic and contemporary connections to their communities and the adventures that surround them. Each Limelight hotel is inspired by place, united by purpose, defined by you and set in the heart of elevated and unique locations, each carefully designed with distinctive design and purposeful functionality, created to evoke a sense of place and a point of view. Current locations include those across Colorado in Aspen, Snowmass, Denver, and Boulder (opened August 2025); Ketchum, Idaho; Mammoth, California (opened December 2025); and Charleston, South Carolina (coming in 2028). For more information, visit www.limelighthotels.com or follow @limelighthotel on X, Instagram or Facebook.

Job Posting Deadline: Applications for this position will be accepted until September 27, 2026.

Position Summary: The Restaurant Server serves food & beverage items in a timely, friendly and professional manner. This is performed at a table service restaurant and/or bar/lounge environment according to established standards and procedure. This position reports to the Restaurant Manager.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all guests are served in a timely and professional manner
• Ensure tables are set, condiments are stocked and menus are clean and updated
• Stack and polish glassware and silver
• Use sales techniques to suggest additional items and enhance the guest experience
• Provide alcoholic beverage service to guests as well as non-alcoholic and hot beverages
• Operate POS system and handle cash/credit transactions
• Expedite food from kitchen to guest while maintaining cleanliness of serving equipment
• Maintain positive communication with service and kitchen staff; Make manager aware of guest’s comments and complaints
• Participate in daily cleaning operations for the restaurant, which can include checking bathrooms are clean, mopping, sweeping, vacuuming
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education & Experience Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• One year prior guest service experience is preferred
• TIPS Certification preferred

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, walk or be on your feet for extended periods of time
• Regularly work in wet, hot and humid conditions for extended periods of time and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
• Must be able to occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position, but no more than 50)

Skills

• Strong knowledge of food and beverage menus, including ingredients and preparation methods
• Proficient knowledge in computer programs such as Microsoft Office or POS systems preferred
• Excellent customer service skills with a friendly and professional demeanor
• Ability to take accurate orders and communicate them effectively to the kitchen
• Strong multitasking skills to handle multiple tables and guest requests efficiently
• Knowledge of proper food handling, sanitation, and safety regulations
• Ability to recommend menu items and upsell food and beverage options
• Proficiency in using point-of-sale (POS) systems for order entry and payment processing
• Strong communication and active listening skills for guest interactions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Effective problem-solving skills to handle guest concerns and