Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Receive daily take-home cash gratuities
Competitive wages
Scholarship Eligibility
Access to an exclusive discounts platform
Vibrant work environment
flexible scheduling options
Discounts on meals
Complimentary Employee Life Assistance Program
Savings on goods and services
College scholarship opportunities
preventative healthcare plan
dental coverage
critical illness insurance
preferred legal plan
career growth and advancement
Additional comprehensive benefits packages

Job Description

Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill is a prominent casual dining restaurant chain celebrated for its exceptional slow-smoked meats, fire-grilled specialties, and lively bar atmosphere. Known for delivering a unique and memorable dining experience, Smokey Bones combines high-quality food offerings with an inviting environment where guests can enjoy great food, great drinks, and great times. The restaurant brand emphasizes a commitment to both flavor and hospitality, attracting customers who seek delicious meals paired with excellent service. With locations across multiple states, Smokey Bones is a leader in the casual dining sector, continuously growing and innovating to meet customer expectations while maintaining the warmth and authenticity of traditional barbecue and grill cuisine. The team at Smokey Bones takes pride in fostering a vibrant and supportive work culture that values creativity, dedication, and teamwork among its staff members.

The Food Server role at Smokey Bones is a critical position focused on delivering exceptional dining experiences to every guest. As a server, you will represent the face of the restaurant, ensuring that each visitor feels welcome, valued, and well taken care of throughout their meal. This role demands attentiveness, accuracy, and proactive engagement with customers to provide timely service and seamless order execution. The position involves guiding guests from the moment they arrive until they leave, anticipating their needs and addressing any concerns in a professional and efficient manner. Additionally, the Food Server will contribute to maintaining the restaurant's reputation by adhering to food safety standards, sanitation practices, and health guidelines.

At Smokey Bones, servers work in a fast-paced environment that requires physical stamina and strong interpersonal skills. The job often involves standing for shifts of 8 to 12 hours, lifting and carrying items up to 50 pounds, and communicating clearly in a noisy setting. The company supports its employees by offering a competitive wage structure, daily take-home gratuities, flexible scheduling, and extensive benefits including scholarship opportunities, healthcare plans, and employee assistance programs. Whether assisting with food delivery, cleaning and setting tables, or managing guest requests, a server must be enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and willing to collaborate with the team to ensure smooth operations and a positive dining atmosphere. Joining Smokey Bones means becoming part of a passionate group dedicated to providing great meals and hospitality, while advancing your career within a growing restaurant chain.

Job Requirements

  • Must meet the legal minimum age requirement for serving alcoholic beverages in the operating state
  • Proof of authorization to legally work within the United States

Job Qualifications

  • Proficiency in the English language (speaking, reading, and writing)
  • Demonstrated talent for exceptional guest service and interpersonal relations
  • Thorough understanding of sanitation practices and food safety standards
  • Keen eye for precision and accuracy in all tasks
  • Dynamic and enthusiastic work ethic
  • A proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team setting
  • Outstanding verbal communication capabilities
  • Physical capacity to bend at the waist and lift up to 50 lbs to waist level
  • Capability to transport items weighing up to 50 lbs across distances up to 25 feet
  • Stamina to remain active and standing for shifts lasting between 8 to 12 hours
  • Ability to clearly hear, comprehend, and respond to both staff and patron requests in a high-noise environment

Job Duties

  • Provide thoughtful service and proactive support to guests throughout their entire meal
  • Prepare clean cutlery (silverware) for dining service by rolling/wrapping
  • Systematically clear tables of used dishes, utensils, and glassware
  • Sanitize and prepare tables for the next patrons after they depart
  • Execute various cleaning duties, including sweeping service areas and emptying trash receptacles
  • Guide and assist customers comprehensively from arrival to departure
  • Professionally escalate complex guest concerns to management and contribute to positive resolution of issues
  • Maintain seamless and effective communication with colleagues to ensure all guest requirements are met promptly
  • Provide support to the team by assisting with food delivery to tables (food running)
  • Strictly adhere to all health and safety guidelines across both kitchen and dining spaces
  • Promptly follow all instructions and directives given by the Manager during the shift
  • Actively engage with guests and provide necessary assistance and hospitality
  • Represent our establishment, which offers a selection of slow-smoked and fire-grilled meats, available for dining-in, carry-out, online orders, catering, and delivery

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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