Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $17.13
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

hourly wage
Service charge allocation
Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Life insurance
holiday bonus
Holiday pay
Employee Meals
Partial tuition reimbursement
Golf privileges

Job Description

Tacoma Country & Golf Club (TCGC) is a prestigious and historic golf club located on the serene shores of American Lake in Tacoma, Washington. Founded in 1894, TCGC holds the distinction of being the oldest established golf club west of the Mississippi River. For over a century, the club has maintained a commitment to excellence in golf and hospitality, creating a welcoming environment for its members and guests. The club features an 18-hole championship golf course stretching over 6,900 yards from the back tees, offering a challenging yet enjoyable playing experience for golfers of all skill levels. The beauty of the landscape and the rich tradition make it a beloved institution within the local community and the broader golfing world.

In addition to its golf offerings, Tacoma Country & Golf Club operates a banquet kitchen and a full-service member-only restaurant. The club boasts multiple elegant banquet rooms and facilities that cater to various events, providing an ideal venue for both social and business gatherings. The culinary team, led by an Executive Chef with 15 years of tenure, emphasizes freshness and seasonal menu changes, ensuring high-quality food that consistently satisfies the club’s discerning membership. The club culture is energetic, friendly, and professional, placing a strong focus on creating and maintaining excellent relationships with members and guests through outstanding service and hospitality.

The Restaurant Server position at Tacoma Country & Golf Club plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional dining experiences. This role requires a dedication to superior customer service, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a busy environment. The server acts as an ambassador of the club, consistently representing its values of professionalism, warmth, and high service standards. The role involves taking orders accurately, providing knowledgeable recommendations, promptly serving food and beverages, and ensuring a clean and inviting dining space, all while adhering to food safety and alcohol service regulations. With an emphasis on teamwork and reliability, the server must maintain composure and a positive attitude, especially during peak service periods.

Position benefits include an hourly wage of $17.13 plus service charge allocation, paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance options, 401K with match, life insurance, holiday bonus and pay, employee meals, partial tuition reimbursement for continuing education, and golf privileges. This part-time, FLSA non-exempt position offers an opportunity to join a well-established club with a rich history and a vibrant, member-focused culture.

By joining Tacoma Country & Golf Club as a Restaurant Server, candidates become an integral part of a team that strives to exceed member expectations in a beautiful and historic setting, fostering great hospitality and memorable dining experiences at one of the premier golf clubs in the region.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum high school graduation or equivalent
  • Minimum of 2 years restaurant service experience
  • Thorough knowledge of food and beverage operations
  • Outgoing, friendly, professional personality
  • Highly energetic self-starter
  • Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
  • MAST 12 certification required
  • Food handlers permit or ServSafe certification required
  • Flexibility to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays
  • Ability to pass criminal background check

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum high school graduation or equivalent
  • Related restaurant experience and/or training
  • A minimum of 2 years restaurant service
  • Thorough knowledge of food and beverage operations and industry
  • Outgoing, friendly, professional personality
  • Highly energetic and self-starter
  • Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment
  • MAST 12 certification
  • Pierce County issued Food Handlers Permit or ServSafe certified

Job Duties

  • Set up server station including coffee station and perform assigned side work
  • Provide immediate attention to all members and guests upon seating
  • Answer questions and suggest menu items
  • Take member and guests orders
  • Place orders to the kitchen via POS and inform cooks of any dietary restrictions or allergies
  • Assemble food on trays when expediter is busy
  • Serve meals and place dishes by course with corresponding flatware
  • Check back to ensure member and guest satisfaction and replenish water and butter as necessary
  • Remove soiled dishes
  • Suggest and serve dessert, coffee, and after dinner drinks
  • Keep tables, dining rooms, and stations clean
  • Advise supervisor of any complaints as soon as they occur
  • Capable of multi-tasking and working at a fast but thorough pace
  • Help with banquet set ups including polishing silverware and glassware
  • Attend pre-shift meetings
  • Have comprehensive wine and liquor knowledge and adhere to all state liquor laws

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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