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Poogan's Hospitality Group
Server Assistant- (Located in Nexton) Poogans Southern Kitchen - Weekends needed
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$32,139 / year median in South Carolina
+15% projected growth
Job Description
An Introduction to Poogan's Hospitality Group Cherishing a meal together is one of history's most enduring traditions, and in Charleston, generations have dined with Poogan's Hospitality Group, founders of the legendary Poogan's Porch, Poogan's Smokehouse, Poogan's Courtyard, and the newest concept, Poogan's Southern Kitchen. Our Southern upbringing has instilled in us a closely held set of beliefs: hard work, patience, and that a good story is best shared over a great meal. Poogan's Hospitality Group is where classic dishes meet true craft and creativity; where the warmth is genuine and the caring is measured in small details; where casual comforts bring guests back and a nurturing work environment provides reasons for our team members to stay. By honoring these traditions, we have created our own brand of Southern hospitality. If you would like to work for a growing company that continues to promote and cultivate a culture of honesty, integrity, and respect, we invite you to join us! What We Bring to the Table Our comprehensive package includes the following benefits:
- Competitive wages
- Direct deposit
- Health insurance coverage through Cigna with 24/7 telemedicine available
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off
- Access to dental and vision coverage, critical illness and accident insurance, short-term disability insurance, AD&D insurance, and life insurance
- Dining discounts at all of our Poogan's Hospitality Group locations
- Exclusive shopping, travel, and entertainment discounts at hotels, theme parks, rental car agencies, and more
- Opportunities for career advancement. We prefer to promote from within!
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth through ongoing education, mentorship, and quarterly performance reviews
- for associates who meet eligibility requirements The Details of the
Position Title:
Server Assistant Job Type:
Part-time ( weekends needed)Schedule:
Multiple schedules available Work location: Poogan's Southern Kitchen Responsibilities (include the following and other responsibilities that may be assigned as needed):- Set tables with clean linens, condiments, or other supplies
- Promptly greet guests as they are seated and serve ice water, coffee, and biscuits to guests
- Obtain and deliver items requested by guests
- Serve food to guests when servers need assistance
- Scrape and stack used dishes and carry dishes and other tableware to kitchens for cleaning
- Thank guests as they leave
- Clear and clean tables, chairs, booths, and floors after guests' departures
- Maintain adequate supplies of items such as condiments, clean linens, silverware, glassware, dishes, or trays
- Clean counters, shelves, walls, furniture, or equipment in food service areas or other areas of the restaurant, and mop or vacuum floors as needed
- Fill beverage or ice dispensers
- Communicate with server and host or host to expedite efficient seating, table utilization, and customer service
- Inspect assigned restroom every 30 minutes and clean as needed
- Attend all scheduled employee meetings and offer any suggestions for improvement. What You Bring to the Table Your experience: 1 year of restaurant experience is preferred, but we will train the right candidate Your education level: High school diploma or equivalent Your abilities, skills, and traits:
- Demonstrate excellent customer service and conflict resolution skills
- Possess a working knowledge of service standards and food preparation
- Have experience with point-of -sale systems
- Have ability to read, count, and write
- Work well under pressure and maintain fast, efficient service
- Exhibit a positive and friendly demeanor to guests and team members
- Be dependable and punctual
- Be able to stand for duration of shift, climb stairs, and lift and move heavy items