Front of The House - Server Braised Kitchen - 4.0 Tulare, CA Job Details Part-time From $16.90 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Customer communication Teamwork Food service health code compliance Food Safety Certification Interpersonal skills English High school diploma or GED Food safety sanitizing procedures Attention to detail POS systems

Food Handler Certification Full Job Description Job Title:

Server Department:

Front of the

House Reports To:

Restaurant Manager Designation:

Non-Exempt-Hourly Work Shifts:

4 hours

Status:

Part Time ServerJoin the Braised Kitchen Team Every meal is an opportunity to nourish, connect, and create memorable experiences. We believe exceptional hospitality begins with exceptional ingredients and a team that genuinely cares. Our mission is to provide every guest with clean, delicious food—from healthy soil to a healthy plate. By bringing together the vibrant flavors of Latin America, the precision of classic French techniques, and the freshness of California cuisine, we create dishes that are both wholesome and unforgettable. Every plate is thoughtfully prepared using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, reflecting our commitment to quality, sustainability, and the local farming community. At Braised Kitchen, hospitality is more than service—it's about making every guest feel genuinely welcomed, valued, and cared for. If you enjoy building meaningful connections, thrive in a collaborative environment, and take pride in delivering exceptional experiences. We're seeking new additions to our front of the house team. Position Summary A Braised Kitchen Server is more than someone who takes orders—they are an ambassador of our mission, our food, and our hospitality. Servers guide guests through the Braised Kitchen experience by providing warm, attentive service while sharing knowledge about our menu, ingredients, and culinary philosophy. Our servers create memorable dining experiences by anticipating guests' needs, delivering food and beverages with care, and ensuring every guest receives exceptional service from the moment they arrive until they leave. Essential Responsibilities Welcome every guest with warmth, professionalism, and genuine hospitality. Build meaningful connections through friendly, attentive, and personalized service. Become knowledgeable about our food and beverage menus, ingredients, preparation methods, seasonal offerings, and daily specials. Confidently answer questions regarding dietary preferences, food allergies, and menu recommendations. Accurately enter food and beverage orders while communicating effectively with the kitchen team. Deliver food and beverages promptly while ensuring every plate meets Braised Kitchen's standards for quality and presentation. Anticipate guest needs by refilling beverages, checking on table satisfaction, and responding quickly to requests. Process guest payments accurately while maintaining accountability for cash, receipts, and gratuities. Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary dining room by bussing tables, sanitizing surfaces, restocking supplies, and completing assigned side work. Support fellow team members with a positive, team-first attitude to ensure smooth and efficient service. Complete opening and closing duties to prepare the restaurant for each service. Qualifications Minimum of 2 years experience serving guests in a full-service restaurant. Passion for hospitality and creating exceptional guest experiences. Positive attitude with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to multitask and remain calm in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and food safety. Dependable, punctual, and professional in appearance and conduct. Willingness to learn and confidently share the Braised Kitchen story with every guest. Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Why Braised Kitchen? We believe great food begins with healthy soil and is brought to life by people who care deeply about their craft. Every member of our team plays an important role in creating an experience that celebrates fresh ingredients, supports local agriculture, and delivers genuine hospitality. We don't simply serve meals—we cultivate community, celebrate local farmers, and create memorable experiences one guest at a time. It's our mission to provide our guests with clean, delicious food, from healthy soil to a healthy plate. We fuse exquisite Latin American cuisine, classic French techniques, and California fresh cooking using locally sourced, fresh ingredients. Our commitment to quality and our passion for cooking allows us to deliver a bold, memorable dining experience. We love what we do. SUMMARY Restaurant Servers attend to diners in a restaurant during a meal, helping them place their order and making sure they get their food and beverages in a timely manner. They greet guests and engage in friendly conversation with them to cultivate a hospitable, welcoming environment. Restaurant Servers are knowledgeable about the food and beverages on the menu so they can explain dishes to guests and clarify any concerns about allergies or styles of food preparation. Restaurant Servers submit orders to the kitchen and bring food out to guests when it is ready, filling their drinks and checking on other tables in the meantime. They help their tables pay their bill and make correct changes, keeping track of receipts and tips. In addition to caring for guests, Restaurant Servers help maintain a clean and sanitary environment by bussing dishes, sweeping floors, wiping menus and completing other closing tasks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Welcoming and sitting diners comfortably in the dining section
• Taking customers' food and drink orders
• Collaborating with the kitchen and bar staff for prompt and correct delivery of orders
• Memorizing the menu and recommend appetizers, meals and drinks from restaurant wine stock
• Delivering a memorable dining experience by resolving all customer issues promptly
• Assisting with the tidying of tables, clearing leftovers and keeping the dining area neat and pleasant
• Setting tables and rearranging the dining area to accommodate larger groups and prepare the restaurant for special events
• Ensuring cooking utensils and kitchen area are cleaned after closing to comply with state regulations EDUCATION and

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or associate degree in culinary studies or food and hospitality management
• Wine knowledge included varieties and cuisine paring.
• In-depth knowledge of wine and different types of cuisines
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of point-of-sale systems POS
• High level of stamina to work on feet for extended periods CERTIFICATES and

LICENSES

California Food Handler certificate T.I.P.S. Alcohol Training certificate

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions and menu items, in English. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to guests, team members and supervisors.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving Hospitality-related restaurant experiences.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, speak and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to touch, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and color vision. 08/01/2026

Pay:

From $16.90 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule

Physical Setting:

Bar Fine dining restaurant Upscale casual restaurant

Experience:

full-service restaurant: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Food Safety Certification (Required)

Work Location:

In person