Restaurant Grande Prairie jobs in Grande Prairie, AB

The Best Western Hotel & Suites, Grande Prairie is currently looking for a part-time/full time experienced Restaurant Server to become part of our team at Padrino’s Ristorante. This position has the potential to move to full-time in future.

At Padrino’s Ristorante the best guest experience is more than a warm smile and welcoming atmosphere. As a Restaurant Server you will bring a dining experience to life for our guests. A welcoming greeting and service will have our guests looking forward to their next visit.

We are looking for a Server who are energetic, friendly and detail oriented. Your ability to work as a team player combined with your service skills will ensure the success of every guest visit.

About the Position:

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

Reporting to the Restaurant Manager, the Server is responsible for the service at Padrino’s Ristorante.

Main Duties:
1. Take and serve guests orders promptly and according to service standards.

2. Do all necessary set-up as assigned.

3. Answer any guest questions regarding the menu.

4. Operate the electronic cash register/P.O.S. system.

5. Check food before serving it to guest to ascertain that presentation, temperature and portions are correct.

6. Be informed on and able to “sell” all items on the menu assisting with guest choice as required and achieving or surpassing targeted average spends on food and liquor.

7. Ensure prompt and professional clearing and resetting of tables in order to maximize on covers and revenues.

8. Achieve the timely and professional service of all food and beverage items ensuring full compliance with company polices and licensing regulations.

9. Be certified in the service of alcoholic beverages as required by company policy.

10. Carry out cashiering duties resulting in accurate billing of items and correct handling/security of cash, credit cards and room charges in line with company policy.

11. Follow opening and closing procedures achieving standards required by company policy.

12. Answer the telephone promptly and courteously, accepting table reservations, room service/take-out orders and recording/passing on messages in line with property policy.

13. Minimize breakage by neat and safe stacking of items at the dishwashing area in line with company policy.

14. Perform any other job related duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities:
Must have the ability to communicate in English with a self-starting personality and even disposition. Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times. Must have the ability to communicate well with guests. Must be willing to “pitch-in” and help co-workers with their job duties and be a team player.
1. To adhere to all matters relating to hygiene, health, safety and emergency procedures as laid down by law and by company policy.

2. To work and communicate in a professional and ethical manner with colleagues assisting where necessary to achieve standards required by company policy.

3. To be a “sales person” by active promotion of property facilities and company/property specific promotions in order to contribute to overall profitability.

4. To maintain standards of punctuality, uniform /dress code as appropriate to position and personal hygiene as required by property and company policy.

5. To be aware of and comply with company and house rules.

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

· A minimum of 1 year related experience

· Pro-Serve Certification

· Proficient in Maitre'd or other POS systems

· Able to work weekdays/weekends/holidays

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $15.00-$16.00 per hour

Experience:

• serving: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Pro Serve (preferred)

Work Location: In person