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Inn At Ocean's Edge

Breakfast Server

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What they do

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.

$36,588 / year median in Maine

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Serve guests of the Inn a fantastic, cooked to order breakfast! Working as a member of our Food & Beverage Team, ensure that guests have an enjoyable dining experience by providing quality customer service, including accurately taking orders, understanding menu items and food preparation techniques, serving/clearing food and drinks. Work closely with Management, Kitchen Staff and Food & Beverage personnel to help guarantee our guests a dining experience which exceeds their expectations.
Location:
The Inn At Ocean's Edge, Lincolnville, ME Hours:
20 - 40 hours per week, typically from 6am to 11 am
Compensation:
Starting at $18-$20 per hour, depending on experience
Seasonal Position:
mid May thru late October Start date: Mid May 2026
Benefits:
Discounted stays and food & beverage at affiliated properties .
Experience:
Previous serving experience preferred, but not required.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Maintain a neat and professional appearance with a properly cleaned uniform. Greet guests warmly, politely and in a timely manner once seated. Speak to guests with enthusiasm at all times. Be prepared to answer questions about menu items and food preparation techniques and be prepared to make suggestions about special menu items. Understand order taking systems to be able to clearly, accurately and quickly covey guest orders to kitchen Deliver food and beverage to tables in an efficient manner following appropriate table service techniques. Ensure that food is presented to guests as ordered and according to restaurant quality standards. Be available to guests to assist with any needs, corrections or additional items desired during service. Understand when guests are unsatisfied with a meal and how to handle the situation. Be able to determine when guests have finished meals, clearing tables in an efficient manner following appropriate table service techniques. Ability to safely operate restaurant equipment including, but not limited to coffee makers, refrigeration, juice machines, toasters and other basic kitchen equipment and appliances, etc. Handle and communicate special orders and guest complaints in a professional manner. Share information with customers about the status of their orders. Have a basic understanding of common food allergies and communicate these issues to the kitchen to ensure diner safety. Complete side work as assigned (resetting tables, stocking supplies, cleaning, etc.) Maintain food safety, service station and personal cleanliness and sanitation standards as required by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services and OSHA, as well as general maintenance and upkeep of dining room/restaurant. Know who to notify in case of broken equipment or unsafe/unsanitary conditions. Must be able to manually handle/lift/carry product up to 60 pounds between knee and shoulders. Must have bilateral fine manipulation of both hands which may be repetitive for entire shift. Must be vertically mobile working in limited space for entire shift. Protect the assets of this property and Migis Hotel Group.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance