Job Information
Sage Hospitality Group Server: 925 Restaurant in Wayzata, Minnesota
Why us?
ninetwentyfive is an independent restaurant located at the center of the action, at The Hotel Landing just steps from the shores of Lake Minnetonka in beautiful Wayzata, MN. Applying a seasonal, local lens to coastal trends, ninetwentyfive delivers a casually sophisticated experience with signature Midwestern hospitality. As much a community gathering place as a restaurant, there’s always something happening here – from live music to pet-friendly patio events, happy hour, unique tastings, special menus and more. Featuring seasonal food and beverage menus – including a robust, yet approachable wine and whiskey collection – ninetwentyfive reflects a mix of authentic Midwestern heritage and charming seaside influences from Charleston to Cape Cod
ninetwentyfive is part of Sage Restaurant Concepts, a family of seasoned restaurateurs committed to consistently crafting exceptional experiences that forge a bond with our guests, enrich our communities and empower our people. We create industry-leading restaurant and bar concepts with soul for the people who live, work and play in the communities we serve.
Throughout our portfolio, it rings true that we believe in the power of impacting lives through hospitality and work daily to fulfill that endeavor. We seek the best hospitality professionals -- achievers and leaders; passionate, highly competitive and exceptional people. In return, we provide every team member with unparalleled opportunities to exercise their responsibility and integrity, while growing themselves and building a valuable and rewarding career!
Job Overview
Under general supervision, provides prompt and courteous food service to restaurant customers.
Responsibilities
Greets and takes food and drink orders from restaurant customers, serving the orders and accommodating special needs/requests.
Remains attentive to the customers throughout the entire dining experience, adhering to or exceeding service standards as established by the restaurant at all times.
Completes all restocking and cleaning duties by performing opening and closing sidework as instructed.
Memorizes menu items, recipes and daily specials in order to answer questions and make recommendation to customers.
Maintains cleanliness standards in restaurant, waitstation and kitchen service area in order to have a clean, presentable and attractive facility and to satisfy state and local health board requirements.
Controls allocated guest checks by following established check-use procedures and legibly documenting all required information as the customer's order is taken and processed.
Receives proper payment from guest and ensures accuracy of guest check and method of payment in order to safeguard customer and company.
Attends all pre-meal and departmental meetings in person in order to enhance communications and gain knowledge of products, service and facility.
Responds to customer inquiries and comments in person and on phone by providing timely and knowledgeable information in order to provide quality customer service.
Presents a clean and professional appearance at all times.
Maintains a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times.
Performs other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.
Qualifications
Education/Formal Training
High school education or equivalent.
Experience
Previous experience in similar position of 3 months or longer.
Knowledge/Skills
Must have basic knowledge of customer service principles, the food server function and restaurant and kitchen operations.
Must know standard cash-handling procedures.
Must be fluent in oral and written English.
Must have vision ability to clearly see detailed guest checks, computer print outs, written instructions and to observe entire restaurant in dimly lit conditions.
Must have manual coordination to punch buttons, grasp items in hand, and to balance and carry trays loaded with food and beverages.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying up to 50 lbs to include serving trays, carts, tables, chairs, and small equipment up to 75% of the time.
Balancing, stooping kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching handling, fingering throughout the shift.
Mobility -full range of mobility and the ability to travel up to 300 feet on a regular basis throughout the shift.
Continuous standing -during preparation, during service hours or during expediting.
Must have moderate hearing to hear customers, supervisors, and communicate with other staff.
Must have excellent vision to see that product is prepared appropriately.
Must have moderate comprehension and literacy to read use records and all special requests.
Must have ability to perform multiple tasks at one time, must be able to follow verbal and written instruction, and be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to sound and sight details in crowded and noisy situations, particularly when handling multiple tasks.
Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.
Environment
Physically strenuous -prolonged standing, walking, lifting and carrying throughout entire shift in indoor environment.
Benefits
At Sage we create a culture of belonging. Our team members serve with creativity, and passion. Sage associates execute unforgettable experiences and take pride in our communities. We set new standards in hospitality.
The Perks:
Sage Hotel & Restaurant Discounts across the US
Paid vacation, sick and holiday pay
Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
401k
Convenient Location
Free Shift Meal
ID: 2024-24919
Position Type: Regular Part-Time
Property : Hotel Landing
Outlet: Not Applicable
Category: Restaurant Operations
Address : 925 Lake St E
City : Wayzata
State : Minnesota
EOE Protected Veterans/Disability