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Server at Village Tavern Winston Salem, NC

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $12.00 - $25.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

flexible schedules
Great earning potential
discount on food
Health insurance for full-time
Opportunity for professional growth
Team-oriented work environment
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Village Tavern is a renowned restaurant located in Winston Salem, North Carolina, known for its warm and inviting atmosphere and commitment to delivering an exceptional dining experience. As a well-established eatery within the local community, Village Tavern prides itself on its dedication to quality food, excellent service, and creating a positive environment for both guests and employees. The restaurant offers a diverse menu featuring classic American dishes with a modern twist, catering to food lovers who appreciate flavorful meals served in a friendly, casual setting. Village Tavern values its team members as an integral part of its success and strives to foster a family-like culture where individuals can grow and thrive professionally.

Village Tavern is currently seeking enthusiastic individuals to join its service team immediately. This Server position is ideal for foodies who possess a genuine passion for hospitality and enjoy interacting with customers. The restaurant offers both full-time and part-time roles, providing flexible schedules to accommodate various lifestyles. With a competitive pay range of $12 to $25 per hour, including tips, this opportunity presents excellent earning potential for motivated candidates. Additionally, full-time employees have access to benefits such as health insurance, reinforcing Village Tavern's commitment to employee well-being.

The Server's role is vital in ensuring guests have a memorable dining experience through friendly, attentive, and professional service. Servers are responsible for welcoming customers, guiding them through the menu, answering inquiries about dishes and ingredients, and accurately taking orders using the restaurant's point-of-sale system. Communication with kitchen and management staff is essential to meet special guest requests and ensure meal satisfaction. Servers engage in side work duties, uphold cleanliness standards, and work collaboratively with their teammates in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates a positive attitude, punctuality, and professionalism while wearing the restaurant uniform neatly.

Although prior restaurant experience is preferred, Village Tavern is open to training dedicated individuals with a strong work ethic and eagerness to learn. Knowledge of wine, cocktails, and previous POS experience is advantageous but not mandatory. This role is perfect for individuals who enjoy working on their feet for extended periods and can maintain excellent composure and service quality under pressure. By joining Village Tavern's service team, employees gain access not only to competitive pay and valuable benefits but also the opportunity for professional growth within a supportive work culture. Prospective servers will become part of a company that values their contributions and is passionate about making a positive difference in the hospitality industry.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to work in a standing position for extended periods
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • strong communication skills
  • positive attitude and willingness to work hard
  • ability to arrive on time and maintain a professional appearance
  • capability to follow instructions from management
  • flexibility to work full-time or part-time shifts

Job Qualifications

  • At least 1-3 years experience as a server preferred
  • wine knowledge preferred but willing to teach
  • cocktail knowledge preferred but willing to teach
  • POS experience preferred but willing to teach

Job Duties

  • Welcomes customers when they arrive at a restaurant
  • introduces customers to the menu and announces daily or seasonal menu specials
  • answers questions about menu items, ingredients, and pricing
  • takes customers' orders for food and drink by writing them on a ticket, entering them into POS
  • communicates customer's special requests to Expo/MOD
  • prepares non-alcoholic drinks and serves them to customers
  • performs side-work including opening, running, and closing tasks
  • provides team service
  • ensures that customers are satisfied with their meals and processes orders for additional courses if necessary
  • removes used dishes, glasses, and flatware from tables
  • maintains familiarity with menu items, specials, and restaurant information
  • communicates guest requests or complaints
  • answers, reports and follows MOD instructions
  • works in a fast pace environment while maintaining a positive attitude
  • maintains a clean work environment
  • maintains a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
  • arrives on time and in clean, pressed uniform with a positive attitude ready to work
  • completes tasks assigned by MOD in a timely manner

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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