Dining Room Server - Williamsburg Lodge (FT)
Dining Room Server - Williamsburg Lodge (FT)
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Williamsburg, VA
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
At Traditions, we celebrate our Nation’s early history by making the most of our Farm to Table program. With this, we supply our restaurant with fresh, seasonal ingredients, many of which are harvested from the ninety acres of gardens in the Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area. This practice is reminiscent of tavern kitchens, which depended on local farms and gardens to provide the heirloom fruits and vegetables included in traditional colonial fare. At Traditions, our Chefs continue the timeless custom of Farm to Table by sourcing local foods from family farmers, cheese makers, beekeepers and fishermen in our neighborhood.
Greet guests hospitably and serve them efficiently providing proper food and beverage service.
Learn and describe menu items to guests including chef specials.
Suggest wine and other beverages.
Responsible for standard table set-up procedures and cleanliness of the dining room.
Other Duties As Required.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age due to A.B.C.
Excellent public contact skills to include tact, courtesy and patience.
Ability to (1) meet the standards listed below; (2) satisfy customers under all circumstances; (3) communicate effectively; (4) read and write, perform basic mathematical computations and memorize the food and beverages offered; (5) learn and communicate relevant dining information to guests;
Successful candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a current Williamsburg James City County food handler’s card and TIPS® certification; applicants with an active card and certification should be prepared to present both during the interview process.
Physical requirements include but are not limited to: (1) bending, lifting, stooping; (2) carrying trays weighing up to 50 pounds; (3) extensive use of stairs.
NOTE: In accordance with Virginia A.B.C.
Benefits:
From our Historic Area to Hotels, Colonial Williamsburg’s mission “that the future may learn from the past” is part of everything we do. The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is a private, not-for-profit educational institution welcoming guests to the world’s largest living history museum which brings the past to life through museum theater, 18th-century trades, historic sites, and more. The Foundation also includes two world-class art museums, featuring the nation’s premier folk art collection, plus the best in British and American fine and decorative arts from 1670–1840. The Colonial Williamsburg Company boasts a rich history as well, having hosted and entertained guests from around the world with an impressive collection of amenities including our hotels, guest homes, food and beverage outlets, championship golf courses, and spa & fitness center.
Our Team:
Universal acceptance for everyone, everywhere is at the heart of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. We promote diversity & inclusion of thought, culture, and background, which connects our entire team. As such, Colonial Williamsburg is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.
At Traditions, we celebrate our Nation’s early history by making the most of our Farm to Table program. With this, we supply our restaurant with fresh, seasonal ingredients, many of which are harvested from the ninety acres of gardens in the Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area. This practice is reminiscent of tavern kitchens, which depended on local farms and gardens to provide the heirloom fruits and vegetables included in traditional colonial fare. At Traditions, our Chefs continue the timeless custom of Farm to Table by sourcing local foods from family farmers, cheese makers, beekeepers and fishermen in our neighborhood.
Greet guests hospitably and serve them efficiently providing proper food and beverage service.
Learn and describe menu items to guests including chef specials.
Suggest wine and other beverages.
Responsible for standard table set-up procedures and cleanliness of the dining room.
Other Duties As Required.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age due to A.B.C.
- 4.1-307
Excellent public contact skills to include tact, courtesy and patience.
Ability to (1) meet the standards listed below; (2) satisfy customers under all circumstances; (3) communicate effectively; (4) read and write, perform basic mathematical computations and memorize the food and beverages offered; (5) learn and communicate relevant dining information to guests;
Successful candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a current Williamsburg James City County food handler’s card and TIPS® certification; applicants with an active card and certification should be prepared to present both during the interview process.
Physical requirements include but are not limited to: (1) bending, lifting, stooping; (2) carrying trays weighing up to 50 pounds; (3) extensive use of stairs.
NOTE: In accordance with Virginia A.B.C.
- 4.1-225 Colonial Williamsburg prohibits employment of anyone in an alcohol serving position who has been convicted of a felony, any crime involving moral turpitude (lying, cheating, or stealing), or a drug-related offense within the past five (5) years.
Benefits:
- Beautiful historic setting
- Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:
- health insurance
- pension plan
- vision plan
- medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Sick, vacation, and holiday pay
- 401(k) plan with a portion of contributions matched
- life insurance
- long-term disability
- accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- group travel accident insurance
From our Historic Area to Hotels, Colonial Williamsburg’s mission “that the future may learn from the past” is part of everything we do. The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is a private, not-for-profit educational institution welcoming guests to the world’s largest living history museum which brings the past to life through museum theater, 18th-century trades, historic sites, and more. The Foundation also includes two world-class art museums, featuring the nation’s premier folk art collection, plus the best in British and American fine and decorative arts from 1670–1840. The Colonial Williamsburg Company boasts a rich history as well, having hosted and entertained guests from around the world with an impressive collection of amenities including our hotels, guest homes, food and beverage outlets, championship golf courses, and spa & fitness center.
Our Team:
Universal acceptance for everyone, everywhere is at the heart of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. We promote diversity & inclusion of thought, culture, and background, which connects our entire team. As such, Colonial Williamsburg is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.
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