Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $10.50 - $16.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Paid holidays
Career Development
Job Description
Casa Playa is a distinguished coastal Mexican restaurant celebrated for its fresh seafood, seasonal ingredients, and an authentic housemade masa program. Renowned Chef Sarah Thompson, a James Beard nominee, crafts a family-style menu that features interactive large-format dishes designed to be shared and savored together. Signature offerings such as the pork belly al pastor and whole snapper tempura are served alongside housemade tortillas, providing an exceptional dining experience that combines tradition with a modern culinary vision. The beverage program complements this with an extensive selection of tequila and mezcal, showcased through innovative cocktails like the spicy yet refreshing Obsidian margarita.... Show More
Job Requirements
- Applicants must be 21 years of age or above
- Must be able to obtain and maintain any licensing or active work cards required, at present or in the future, for this position at all times
- Ability to initiate and maintain an upbeat and relaxed environment consistently
- Adapt to different guests as lounge serves both diners and cocktail guests
- Highly motivated and energetic personality
- Ability to work in a loud and fast-paced environment
- Consistently deliver exceptional service while interacting professionally
- Adherence to and enforcement of company-specific safety policies
- Make-up, technique, and style should stay current and aligned with fashion standards as deemed by management
- Must work well as part of a team and possess good communication skills
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years previous work experience as a Food Runner in a lounge/fine-dining restaurant
- Candidates must exhibit basic food and advanced table service knowledge
- High School diploma or above
- Ability to communicate fluently in English, both written and oral
- Ability to work efficiently within a team environment
- Ability to maintain a clean and hygienic workstation according to health standards
- Willingness to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays
- Ability to maintain professionalism, grooming, and a positive attitude
- Knowledge of food menu items, allergens, and food delivery etiquette
- Bilingual language skills are a plus
Job Duties
- Greet guests in a positive, friendly manner with eye contact and intention
- Communicates the needs of guests to co-workers, kitchen, and management
- Actively participate and contribute to pre-shift meetings
- Consistently follow sequence of service utilizing all proper procedures standardized by the room management
- Full knowledge and understanding of all food menu items, specifications, and allergens
- Expedite food from the kitchen to the tables as dictated by sequence of service and by the Chef, expeditor, or management
- Is aware of all upcoming orders, status of tables expecting food, and relays this information to the Chefs and Management
- Always verbally communicates and calls back with the expeditor to ensure that food goes to the correct table and position
- Runs, delivers, and spiels food in the manner described in the service manual
- Checks that each table is set with proper silverware before delivering food
- Describe food upon placement on the table and answering any questions pertaining to the dishes (including changes or additions)
- Ensures cleanliness and organization of liquor and beer storage areas
- Ensures proper set up, labeling, stocking and delivery of alcohol, non-alcoholic beverages, supplies, glasses, paper products, garnishes, and ice
- Maintains complete knowledge of all menu items, liquor brands, beers and non-alcoholic selections available in the assigned outlet
- Assists with moving chairs and tables as needed based on the floor plan
- Responsible for performing table maintenance by checking on the guest throughout service
- Completing opening and closing side work
- Maintain health code standards
- Maintain table cleanliness utilizing a silent service approach
- Bid farewell to guests, using guest's name when known, and encourage them to return
- Maintain a level of professionalism
- Anticipate the guests' needs and responding appropriately with a sense of urgency
- Work as a team, assisting all guests' and employees' needs and inquiries
- Perform all other job-related duties as requested
- Be familiar with all Hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately
- Full knowledge of designated china and garnishes for all food menu items
- Complete opening, closing, and ongoing side duties not limited to fold/stack napkins, polish glassware, polish silverware, stock glassware, restock china, restock supply cabinets and service stations, inspect cleanliness and condition of assigned station and service areas
- rectify any deficiencies
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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