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Blue Box Café by Daniel Boulud - Costa Mesa

Server - Blue Box Café by Daniel Boulud - Costa Mesa

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A Waiter or Waitress takes orders and serves food and beverages to customers in restaurants. Answers customer questions about menu items, prepares checks and collects payment, and assists with clearing dishes and tables. May work in banquet or dining halls.

$33,929 / year median in California

+11% projected growth

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Server
  • Blue Box Café by Daniel Boulud
  • Costa Mesa Blue Box Café by Daniel Boulud
  • Costa Mesa Costa Mesa, CA Job Details Full-time $16.
90 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Customer communication Customer relationship building Serving clients Food service health code compliance Fine dining experience Food sanitation practices Team management Guest rapport building Full Job Description The Server's responsibility is to take care of guests in an accommodating and professional manner and to ensure total guest satisfaction. The Server is responsible for a specific station and should always be present on the floor making sure that service runs smoothly. The Server should be knowledgeable and passionate about food, wine, and service in general. He/she will be the main contact and ambassador to guide guests through their meal. The Server must have an ability to lead their team, and will control the pace and flow of all the tables in their station. The position requires at least 2 years of serving experience in a high volume, fast-paced, preferably fine dining environment.
Essential Duties:
Responsible for a specific station Be present on the floor to make sure that service runs smoothly Serve and clear food in cooperation with the Service Support Staff Communicate well with the Food Runners, Bussers and Barbacks in order to provide the correct sequence of service Greet all guests with enthusiasm and friendliness Engage the guests to create positive dining experiences Execute on-going, pre
  • and post-shift side work Open and close the dining room and beverage station as needed Be knowledgeable of the dishes on the menu and be prepared to answer any questions from the guests
Competencies & Qualifications:
2+ years of experience in a fine dining environment Extensive knowledge of food and wine Actively practice food safety procedures Able to take direction and complete tasks Organizational skills Effective time management Pleasant demeanor and professional composure Positive and clear written and oral communication skills Ability to work well in a team environment Ability to engage guests successfully and build a relationship Position requires: Daytime and weekend availability Reference check Physical Requirements Ability to stand for long periods of time Ability to lift up to 50 lbs The Dinex Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer. The Dinex Group does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. More detail about Blue Box Café by Daniel Boulud
  • Costa Mesa part of The Dinex Group, the Restaurant Group of Chef Daniel Boulud