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Seasonal Server Assistant

Edwardthomasco, Santa Monica, CA, United States


Seasonal Server Assistant
Seasonal Hotel Casa Del Mar, Santa Monica, CA, US

Patio del Mar

is a casual, upscale al fresco bistro located at the historic Hotel Casa del Mar in Santa Monica, offering direct, front-row views of the Pacific Ocean and beach. It specializes in fresh, locally sourced seafood, including ceviche, lobster rolls, and oysters, alongside light bites, salads, and refreshing cocktails for lunch and sunset dining.

Position Summary
Having a friendly and hospitable demeanor and a professional appearance at all time in compliance with our company’s grooming standards.

Preparation for service

Prepare back office, ice, coffee, tea, dirty linen basket

Set up the patio. Sugar caddies, S&P grinders, check patio cushions for cleanliness

Check chairs and table for cleanliness

Prepare roll-ups

Set up dinner candles (PM)

Help to arrange table layout

Restock the requisition delivery

Prepare side station with BB plates, water, coffee cups, ice tea / Arnold palmer, lemonade, Juices…

Polish silver ware, utensils, glassware, china

Participate in the pre shift meeting

During Service

Greeting newly arrived guests

Set additional table settings if necessary

Assisting with water and soft drinks service

Bread stick service

Being able to explain specials / promotions of the day

Expediting the dishes in a timely manner and in order

Being able to explain the dishes to the guests

Place the dishes accordingly in front of the guest from the right, and with the “best bite forward”

Knowing the appropriate silverware to mark the table

Assisting with the coffee / tea service / re-fills throughout the meal

Clearing tables in appropriate fashion and using correct racks for glasses and stacking plates accordingly

Resetting tables

Replenish glasses, silver, roll-ups as necessary

Keeping the restaurant clean and neat at all time during service including cleaning work / side-work

Closing of a shift AM and PM

Replenish glasses, silver and china

Setting tables and stations for next meal period

Clean up the expediting station

Refill fridges with water and juices

Cleaning up the back service area incl. coffee machine, ice tea ice bin,

Bring linen to the dirty bin

Checking out with a manager before leaving the shift.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the position, these responsibilities are not exclusive or limited to. This job description and the duties of this position are subject to change, modification and additional as deemed necessary by the company. Employees are required to comply with supervisory instructions and perform other job duties, responsibilities and assignments requested by supervisors, manager or other company officials.

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