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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.
$33,606 / year median in Washington
+10% projected growth
Job Description
2120 in Downtown Seattle, a family-owned casual fine dining restaurant, is seeking a highly qualified Server to join our small family. We are a seasonal restaurant that prides itself on crafting unique and excellent experiences through consistently phenomenal food and incredible service. Our concept focuses on local ingredients and seasonal menus, which is reflected on both the food and cocktail/wine menus. We truly believe that what we have created is unique to us and we love being able to share that with our guests in a casual but upscale environment. Working at 2120 never gets boring; our menus change with each season, bringing new and exciting flavors to the plate, crafted by Chef Nick Brown and his team. The ideal candidate for this position is someone who can maintain high levels of service and hospitality in a fast-paced environment. This person is someone who passionately revels in creating unique dining experiences for each guest, with a focus on letting their own personality guide the way. We do not follow a script and we in management prefer to not micromanage anyone. Instead, we look to hire the best of the best from the get-go and let the individual talents speak for themselves. Candidates must be passionate about the restaurant industry and encompass positive communication, an ability to create a highly motivated working environment, take responsibility for their actions, listen to feedback from guests and staff, and build trustworthy relationships with their peers. We are a drug and drama free independently owned establishment with a proven record of taking care of its employees. Tenure is highly regarded and we retain over a dozen staff members who were part of our opening team almost five years ago.
BENEFITS
Compensation is hourly, based on experience, with a very generous share of tips addedComplementary shift meal while working and a generous employee discount when coming in off-shiftCurrently offering
FREE PARKING
in a secure underground garage
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum 3 years prior experience in a full-service restaurantExtensive knowledge of food, wine, and spiritsGuest-forward mindset with a heavy focus on hospitalityWorks well in a team-based environmentTakes direction well and can adapt their serving style to our conceptOrganized, motivated, and dependableMust have an "always on" mindset with constant stage presenceFlexible availability including nights and weekendsWe are a tip-pooled restaurant, so the success of all of our members is important to our dynamic. Sales are consistently high, and as a result, our servers are on the very high-end of the pay spectrum for Seattle restaurants.
If you re interested and meet the outlined criteria, please submit a cover letter and resume via Poached.
•2120 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental ability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
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