Saffron Restaurant jobs

Responsibilities

Guest Service & Hospitality

• Greet guests promptly (within 30 seconds) with a welcoming attitude
• Present menus, describe popular dishes, and make suggestions
• Take food and beverage orders using the POS system
• Use suggestive selling techniques (e.g., sides, desserts, drinks)
• Serve drinks and meals promptly and correctly
• Follow up within 2 minutes or 2 bites to ensure guest satisfaction
• Clear and reset tables in a timely and discreet manner
• Provide dessert and bill service with warmth and professionalism
• Handle payments (cash or POS) and balance daily transactions

Daily Restaurant Operations

• Follow opening & closing duties as outlined in our Daily Task List
• Restock server station with clean glassware, utensils, condiments, napkins, menus, and to-go containers
• Clean and sanitize all surfaces, chairs, and tables before and after service
• Prepare water pitchers, polish cutlery, fold napkins
• Coordinate with kitchen and delivery platforms (e.g., Uber, DoorDash)
• Follow all food safety and hygiene guidelines
• Support the team with side duties and help maintain a clean, organized workspace

Qualifications

• Restaurant serving experience preferred (but not required – we train!)
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Comfortable with multitasking in a fast-paced setting
• Confident, courteous, and team-oriented
• Clean and professional appearance
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to handle pressure gracefully
• Must be punctual, organized, and detail-oriented

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00-$19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person