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Job Description
THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION, JUNE
SEPT
HOURS ARE 4
30PM-10:30PM
We are hiring for our Server Team!
You must be able to work until at least Labor Day, September 7. Be a part of a creative and ambitious, family-run farm-to-table restaurant! Summer Salt is located on the beach in Avalon, New Jersey. We are open seasonally from mid-May to mid-September. Please note, this is a
SEASONAL POSITION
only. Opportunities to work special events like Weddings and Rehearsal Dinners are available in the off-season (April and October). Summer Salt is a BYOB farm-to-table dinner restaurant. We are reservation-only and serve a four-course prix-fixe tasting menu ($95/person) designed to showcase Cape May County land and sea. We are technically "fine dining" but our ambiance and service-style is friendly, not stuffy. We are refined, but not pretentious. The menu changes every 3-4 weeks and servers are expected to have an impeccable understanding of the dishes, ingredients, and sourcing. Ingredients are sourced daily from farms and fishers; and our guests are welcomed warmly like friends and family. A typical shift is 4:30pm-10:30pm. On somedays you may be asked to stay later until 11:00pm or 11:30pm. Our schedule is created in advance, typically for the entire season, or at least on a monthly basis. We offer Part-Time positions (3-4 shifts per week) or Full-Time positions (5-6 shifts per week). Time-off is available and we can offer a consistent, reoccurring schedule or a rotating, flexible schedule
whichever you prefer. During peak-times likes MDW and LDW, we may ask for extra shifts and hours. We offer a consistent shift pay of $200
300 per shift.
This shift pay
INCLUDES TIPS.
Your shift pay will be decided based on your experience level, skill level, and commitment level. Once your shift pay is decided, you will earn that set amount each shift, regardless of how many tables you serve or how many tips you receive. We offer an end-of-season bonus for team members that meet our attendance policy. We offer raises for team members that return each season.
DUTIES:
Give each guest top-rated service with quality knowledge, understanding and presence. Provide our guests with a memorable and meaningful experience
Act in a polite, patient, courteous and professional manner
Provide accurate and detailed descriptions of the menu including ingredients, sourcing and flavors
Help share and communicate Summer Salt's mission of environmental sustainability, possess an understanding of our farm-to-table sourcing and values.
Address customer questions and concerns, including food allergies / special requests
Enter orders into the computer system
Serve food and drinks
Manage bills and payments
Bus and clean tables, polish silverware and glasses
Clean the restaurant including sweeping and mopping.
QUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience as a server or in the hospitality industry preferred but not required
Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to handle difficult situations professionally
Must be a self-motivator and motivator of others.
Must work in a safe, prudent and organized manner.
Must have or quickly acquire a good knowledge of food, food preparation, sourcing and allergies (including Gluten Free, Shellfish Free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy Free).
Must be able to relate to all levels of guests and management.
Must be able to consistently delight and satisfy our guests.
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal Pay:
$200.00
$300.
00 per day
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid training People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): A typical Server Shift is 4:30pm-10:30pm. Are you available for this shift? This position pools tips in order to create a consistent Shift Pay of $200
300/shift.
Are you comfortable with your tips being pooled and receiving a Shift Pay? We only hire applicants who are available to work until at least Labor Day, September 7. Can you commit to working from May 2026 until September 7, 2026?