SERVER ASSISTANT - CUTWATER (PART-TIME)

Job Summary

The server assistant is responsible for delivering a seamless, welcoming, and memorable guest experience in the Cutwater Spirits Tasting Room & Kitchen. This position supports the service team by greeting guests, delivering food and beverages, maintaining cleanliness and organization of service areas, and ensuring servers have the tools and supplies needed to operate efficiently. Server Assistants act as ambassadors of the Cutwater brand by engaging with guests, sharing knowledge of our menu and products, and upholding our service standards and culture.

Job Responsibilities

• Guest Experience & Service Support
• Greet guests warmly, provide menus as needed, and assist with general questions.
• Guide guests on navigating the Tasting Room, including retail purchases and tours.
• Deliver food and beverages accurately and efficiently.
• Clear dishes and glassware throughout the guest experience.
• Check in with guests to ensure satisfaction and communicate concerns to floor staff or managers promptly.
• Provide knowledgeable responses to guest questions regarding menu items, ingredients, and preparation.
• Aid servers and other floor staff with service needs and special requests.
• Food Running, Expo & Service Areas
• Expedite food on the hot line to ensure accuracy, presentation, and timing.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the expo and service stations.
• Ensure server stations are fully stocked with utensils, napkins, condiments, and tableware.
• Replenish and maintain cleanliness of the soda station, including glassware.
• Monitor and restock Ready-to-Enjoy (RTE) refrigerators, rotating product appropriately.
• Operations & Team Support
• Communicate supply needs and inventory shortages to Managers on Duty.
• Support event setup and breakdown as needed.
• Provide assistance to host, tour, and retail areas during peak periods or as directed.
• Perform the functional duties of busser, food runner, expo, and cocktail support as required.
• Uphold Cutwater Spirits’ core values, service standards, and workplace culture.
• Complete additional tasks or duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• A food handler's license, or ability to secure one within 30 days of employment.
• 1+ years’ experience working in the food service industry.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution.
• Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a team of passionate team members that think and act like owners!
• Great Perks including product samples!

Schedule

Part-Time, 3 days of availability (including nights and weekends) required

Location

San Diego, CA (Miramar)