Forklift & Palate Restaurant Server (PT)

Job Description: 

The Forklift & Palate Restaurant Server (PT) will assist cooks and chefs with various events that require the service of food to groups throughout the food service venues at Nook Sports. 

The starting pay rate for this position is $5.35/hour + Tips  

Part Time Benefits: 

Working at the largest indoor sports complex in North America is an experience that compares to no other. The atmosphere is filled with energetic excitement that provides an uplifting ambience throughout the facility. The Nook takes pride in its friendly, guest-focused team members that make kindness contagious and help others succeed. 

As a Part-Time team member of the Nook, you will enjoy:  

• Free individual membership to our massive 65,000+ sq. ft. fitness center, including all the equipment you need to fit almost any training program. Membership also includes all group fitness classes. (Upgrade to family membership at 50% off the total price).
• 1.5x your hourly rate of pay for holiday hours worked 
• 35% discount on food and beverage purchases, including our upscale restaurant, Forklift and Palate
• 35% off all Nook apparel
• Free child watch (3-hour increments)
• Discounts on birthday parties, personal training, event space rental, and more!
• Discounts at participating local restaurants and businesses

Essential Job Functions: 

• Assist in the set-up of the dining room and bar 
• Maintain appearance standards
• Greet guests as they walking in 
• Maintain professionalism at all times 
•  Serve food and drinks in appropriate timeframe 
• Have knowledge of food and beverage pairings and flavor profiles
• Ensure guest dietary needs are met with assistance of back of the house staff 
• Assist with clearing table during and after meal service 
• Clean service space including tabletop, floors, and other exposed surfaces when necessary 
• Carry bus trays to the kitchen for washing and assist with washing as needed 
• Maintain station cleanliness to maintain food safety standards 
• All other duties as assigned in or out of your direct department

Basic Qualifications:  

• Must be 18 years of age or older 
• Ability to read, speak, and understand the English language 
• Must have dependable transportation to and from work 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Must display a positive attitude, eagerness to learn and professional image in compliance with Spooky Nook Sports guidelines 
• Ability to work with minimal supervision 
• Capability to multi-task and manage multiple duties at once 
• A positive and friendly attitude towards guest, customers, and fellow employees 
• Experience serving covered and uncovered food trays 
• Experience serving in a restaurant 
• Must be able to communicate and follow directions both written and verbally 
• Ability to remain calm in tense or stressful situations 

Working Conditions: 

• Physical requirements necessary include walking, standing, bending, reaching and lifting. 
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds independently. 
• Required to work evenings, weekends and holidays