CATEGORY: Full-Time or Part-Time
STATUS: Hourly, Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Assistant Manager
LOCATION: San Diego, CA
START DATE: ASAP
COMPENSATION: $16.85/hr + Tips
Discover a world of culinary excellence at BoujieMana, centrally located in San Diego. Join the BoujieMana team, whose parent company TCWGlobal has been recognized as the Best Place to Work in San Diego for an impressive ten consecutive years! We are actively seeking dedicated individuals to join our dynamic team and contribute to the extraordinary dining experiences we offer.
Why work for us?
Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a salary reflective of your expertise in the culinary arts.
Full Onsite Gym Access: Take care of your well-being with complimentary access to our state-of-the-art onsite gym.
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Medical: Quality healthcare coverage to keep you and your family in good health.
Dental: Maintain a bright smile with dental coverage for preventive and restorative care.
Vision: Ensure clear vision with coverage for eye exams and eyewear.
Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays: Recharge and celebrate with paid time off and holiday benefits for full-time employees.
Join us at BoujieMana:If you're passionate about culinary excellence, thrive in a dynamic environment, and are eager to contribute to a higher-end dining experience, BoujieMana invites you to embark on a rewarding journey with us.
Apply now and become a valued member of a team where gastronomy meets grandeur in the heart of San Diego!
Certain benefits apply only to full-time staff
Position Summary
Come help create BoujieMana, a brand-new restaurant located in central San Diego! Sitting amongst apartments and office buildings, we will serve both the public, and provide support to TCWGlobal by preparing meals (basic catering style) 3 times a week for 125+ employees. BoujieMana has it all—a full bar, VIP room, indoor and outdoor seating, and a training/event center with a capacity of 120 people. There is abundant nighttime and weekend parking, and while space is limited during office hours, there is still plenty of street parking. The price point will be on the higher end with the restaurant’s commitment to utilizing quality ingredients and maintaining a curated menu for all three meals of the day.
We are looking for a personable, organized Server who will be responsible for taking orders from, and serving food to, our guests. This individual will provide friendly, responsive service to create an exceptional dining experience. Server responsibilities include ensuring tables are clean and tidy when guests arrive, presenting menus, taking food and beverage orders, serving food and beverages, and collecting payments. This individual will need to have a positive attitude and the ability to work well under pressure, partnering with bussers, cooks, and other staff to ensure seamless service. Each server’s primary objective is to show our guests such a marvelous time, they will want to return to BoujieMana time and time again.
Follow us at www.instagram.com/boujiemana and www.boujiemana.com for more information and additional opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Primary:
Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the mission of Boujiemana
Present menus to guests and answer questions about menu items, beverages, and other restaurant functions and services
Monitor and observe guests dining experience to ensure guests are satisfied with the food and service and respond promptly and courteously to correct any problems
Take food or beverages orders from guests
Explain to guests how various menu items are prepared, describing ingredients and cooking methods
Inform guests of menu changes and daily specials and make recommendations you genuinely feel your guests will enjoy
Write guests’ food orders on order slips, memorize orders, or enter orders into computers for transmittal to kitchen staff
Garnish and decorate dishes in preparation for serving
Serve food or beverages to guests and prepare or serve specialty dishes at tables as required
Prepare hot, cold, and mixed drinks for guests, and chill bottles of wine
Describe and recommend wines to guests
Check guests’ identification to ensure that they meet minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages
Bring wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and pour the wine for guests
Perform food preparation duties such as preparing salads, appetizers, and cold dishes, portioning desserts, and brewing coffee
Remove dishes and glasses from tables or counters and take them to kitchen for cleaning
Prepare checks that itemize and total meal costs and sales taxes
Collect payments from guests
Thank guests for their visit and invite them to return
Clean tables or counters after guests have finished dining
Assist the host or hostess by answering phones to take reservations or to-go orders, and by greeting, seating, and thanking guests
Roll silverware, set up food stations or set up dining areas to prepare for the next shift or for large parties
Stock service areas with supplies such as coffee, food, tableware, and linens
Prepare tables for meals, including setting up items such as linens, silverware, and glassware
Perform cleaning duties, such as sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet, tidying up server station, taking out trash, or checking and cleaning bathroom
Fill salt, pepper, sugar, cream, condiments, and napkin containers
Attend all scheduled employee meetings and offer suggestions for improvement
Coordinate with, and assist, fellow employees to meet guests’ needs and support the operation of the restaurant
Fill-in for fellow employees where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations
Supplemental:
Provide guests with information about local areas, including giving directions
Tools & Technology:
Cash registers, Point-of-sale terminals, POS software, and workstations
Credit card processing machines
Personal computers, tablets, smart phones and/or handheld devices
Software - Office suite, web-based applications, etc.
Commercial use cutlery
Paging controllers
Qualifications & Skills
Previous restaurant Server or Waiter experience
Valid Food Handler’s Card
Valid ABC Card
Attention to cleanliness and safety
Patience and customer-oriented approach
Experience providing outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment
A positive, friendly attitude and ability to work well under pressure with bussers, cooks, and other staff
Able to handle money accurately and operate a point-of-sale system
Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
Cloud Motion Hospitality/BoujieMana is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religious belief or sexual orientation.