Server

Job Description

Located in the picturesque town of Washington, Virginia.

30 minutes from Culpeper, Front Royal, and Warrenton, Virginia

40 minutes from Gainesville and Stephen City, Virginia

Just a bit over an hour from Reston and Loudoun County, Virginia

Patty O's Café & Bakery is a new restaurant by Patrick OConnell, the award-winning chef and proprietor of The Inn at Little Washington. Slated to open in the fall of 2021, Patty O's will feature American classics inspired by Chef O Connells childhood, as well as, magical dream-like murals, incredible handcrafted cocktails, wine, beer, and a grab and go bakery of delightful French inspired pastries; there will be something for everyone.

Why join our team:

We offer:

Health, vision and dental insurance (full time employees)

Paid time off (Full time employees)

401(k) retirement plan with match

On-the-job training

Employee education allowance

Advancement potential

Flexible schedules

Employee appreciation events

Complimentary uniforms

Delicious family meals daily prepared by the chefs

Referral bonuses

Competitive pay

Come be a part of history and the legacy of the first ever Patty O's Cafe & Bakery!

SUMMARY

Participate in daily Front of House operations to deliver a casual, comfortable yet sophisticated experience to all guests. Maintain all aspects of the service areas and dining room. Serves as the ambassador of the establishment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Able to execute the mechanics and standards of service

Maintains organized workstations during service

Demonstrates knowledge of basic dining room standards and etiquette

Is conscious of time-management and order-of-operation skills

Able to confidently speak about The Inn at Little Washington

Extensive beverage knowledge; BTGs, house cocktails, beer

Extensive knowledge of all food items on menu

Exhibits anticipatory service

Knowledge of entry level resort-suite functions

Full understanding of all billing requirements; splitting checks, discounts, room charges, and transferring checks

Able to execute tableside Caesar Salad presentation

Will regularly update guest profile in Tock to build the database

Able to enter orders correctly and efficiently

Is directly responsible for the section before and during service

Knowledgeable of The Forbes 5-Star standards

Communicates to the kitchen with the needs of the section

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

Excellent communication skills

Prior fine dining experience

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must be well-groomed and well-presented

Must have reliable transportation

Intermediate wine knowledge

Desirable

Familiarity with Forbes Standards

Ability to communicate in a language other than English, preferably Spanish or French

Certification in alcohol awareness program

Certification in CPR

Prior experience with Resortsuite and Tock

Advanced wine knowledge

SKILLS

Ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing

Strong interpersonal communication skills both verbal and written

Must always be organized and maintain cleanliness of workstation

Ability to speak using clear and professional language

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Ability to assist guests with questions about the property, history, and

surrounding areas

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to lift 30+ lbs.

Able to stand, bend and walk for long periods of time

Frequent or occasional need to perform the following physical activities: reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting and climbing

**The Inn at Little Washington is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws**

Full-time