Skip to main content
Tallo logoTallo logo

Find Jobs

Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location

Skip to job details
Apply for this opportunity

To apply for this job, you'll continue to an external website or email application.

Deer Mountain Inn

Server

Career Insights for Waiter / Waitress

See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.

Scorecard

Based on New York data

Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?

Were these scores useful?

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.

$35,786 / year median in New York

+17% projected growth

Explore Career

Job Description

About Deer Mountain Inn Deer Mountain Inn is a hospitality-focused, upscale casual destination hotel and restaurant in the Catskills. Our food program-led by Corwin Kave, James Beard Nominated Best Chef in NY- features locally grown and foraged ingredients executed with precision and passion. Our seasonal cocktail program and wine list, which boasts nearly 700 fantastic selections from well-respected and up-and-coming producers and regions, add incredible value to the dining experience at DMI. The Role We are looking for knowledgeable, hospitality-driven servers to join our service team. Deer Mountain Inn Servers play an integral role in ensuring all our guests have an outstanding dining experience in a warm and comfortable environment. Our servers are trained to demonstrate expertise in our food and beverage programming to help actively guide our guests through their dining experience. In addition to dinner service, servers also are expected to work weddings and other special events. Key Responsibilities Maintain a high level of hospitality and professionalism with all guests and team members Develop a comprehensive knowledge of all food, beverage, and dietary restrictions to answer guest questions and guide their culinary experience Maintain familiarity of important wine regions and classic wine pairings from our by-the-glass program Offer recommendations, take orders, and develop relationships with guests to deliver personal and notable experiences Ensure all orders in and out of the kitchen are accurate, on time, and meet guests' expectations Execute opening and closing procedures and side work Requirements Positive attitude, a sense of responsibility and ownership of the position Passion for creating memorable moments of hospitality for our guests Desire to learn and grow within the position and restaurant 2+ years of server experience Willingness to learn and have a passion for food, wine, beer, coffee, and craft cocktails Detail-oriented with strong communication skills Team-oriented with the ability to navigate a fast-paced environment Present oneself groomed, with good hygiene, an upright posture, and the required uniform and tools Fluent in both written and spoken English Be able to safely lift and easily maneuver plates, cases of water, chairs, linen, and dining room tables. (Up to 50 pounds) Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours) Must be comfortable with repetitive motions (such as walking, bending & standing) Deer Mountain Inn enforces a zero-tolerance policy with regards to discrimination and/or harassment in any form Compensation Server base pay starts at $10.80 per hour. Tip payouts vary based on the season, day of the week, and event programming. Servers can expect to make an average of $250 in tips per shift. Annual compensation for successful full-time servers with 5 shifts per week is roughly 90k per year. Benefits (ARMHR 2026 Update)
Healthcare:
Comprehensive coverage through United Healthcare.
Employer Contribution:
DMI covers up to $229 per month toward any available healthcare plan for eligible employees.
Eligibility:
After a 90-day introductory period, staff members averaging 30+ hours per week are eligible for benefits. To Apply If you're passionate about hospitality and helping shape outstanding dining experiences for all, and want to be part of a unified, high-performing team, we would love to hear from you! Please include your resume and tell us why you would like to work with us.
Pay:
$30.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Food provided Health insurance Paid training
Work Location:
In person