Server Assistant

The Merion Cricket Club in Haverford, PA is looking for reliable, friendly, service-oriented individuals to join our team. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to providing exceptional member experiences and present themselves in a professional manner.

Some great perks include Complimentary staff meals, great team atmosphere, weekly paycheck, and minimal late nights.

All skill levels welcome!

Job Tasks/Duties:

• Promptly greet guests as they are seated and serve water and bread
• Deliver food promptly to guest and be able to describe and answer questions about each dish
• Ensuring each dish appears to be correctly prepared
• Remove used tableware between courses and package food requested to take away
• Clear tables after guests leave. Take tableware to dish room and place silverware, dishes, glassware, etc. in appropriate areas for washing
• Promptly clean table tops, chairs and booths between seatings. Check floor and clean as required. Reset and arrange tabletop
• Respond appropriately to guest requests. Communicate guest requests to server as needed
• Communicate with server and hostess to assure efficient seating, table utilization and customer service
• Assist with side work before, during and after each shift
• Stay aware of the dining room and being prepared to provide any item a guest may request
• Maintain overall appearance of dining room and expo station
• Knowledge of table numbers and seat numbers
• Respond appropriately to guest requests/needs, communicate with servers and staff about all issues and requests
• Communicate all 86’d items to staff and management
• Be ready and willing to offer assistance to coworkers as necessary, including but not limited to welcoming all guests, running food and maintaining the dining room as a whole
• Remove trash throughout the shift
• Assist in polishing and restocking tableware, especially with large parties and during peak periods
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager
• Assist server with preparing and serving coffee drinks, tea and dessert
• Assist in daily cleaning of the restaurant before and after service

Qualifications:

• Positive, energetic attitude and strong work ethic
• Willing to learn and develop
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and requisitely lift up to 50 pounds
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to make quick decisions and solve problems
• Available to work flexible hours
• Team Player attitude
• Adherence to professional appearance standards & club policies
• Ability to constantly stand, walk, and reach during shift

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• What are your salary requirements?

Experience:

• busser/food running: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Haverford, PA 19041: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person