Restaurant Server

Description:

Discover your place with us Bob Evans Restaurants family as a Restaurant Server, where we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, farm-fresh meals and an exceptional dining experience. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals passionate about guest service and eager to be a key part of our commitment to quality, community, and our motto: Where Good Grows. If you thrive in a friendly, fast-paced environment and value a supportive team, this role offers a great balance of professional opportunity and personal time.

Qualifications:

• 0-2 years of relevant experience, preferably within a restaurant setting.
• Proven ability to provide excellent guest service and quickly resolve any issues that may arise.
• Strong working knowledge of standard restaurant concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks (multi-tasking).
• Familiarity with computer POS (Point of Sale) systems for accurate order entry.
• Reliable, with exceptional teamwork skills and sound judgment to achieve goals.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, push, lift, carry, and transfer up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and use hands/fingers for handling tools and controls.

Benefits:

• Tips Paid Daily
• Set your own schedule and hours for a flexible work week.
• Early close / No late nights promoting a Great Work / Life Balance.
• Competitive wages and comprehensive Health and Welfare Benefits.
• Excellent Benefits including 401(k) with Employer Match.
• Access to a Loyal Customer Base.
• Opportunity for development and Career Growth Opportunities.
• EEO compliant and E-Verify participant, committed to providing a safe and fair workplace.

Responsibilities:

• Engage guests professionally to take accurate food and beverage orders, using menu expertise and situational selling techniques.
• Serve meals and drinks promptly, ensuring all items meet company quality and preparation standards (e.g., perfect plates).
• Effectively communicate current promotions, new products, and menu details to guests, accurately describing food items.
• Input guest orders accurately into the POS system and ensure timely delivery of food from the kitchen.
• Pre-bus tables and perform approved side work as directed to maintain dining area efficiency.
• Adhere strictly to safe food and beverage handling practices, maintaining cleanliness and proper sanitation at all times.
• Safely operate basic food preparation equipment, such as knives, coffee makers, and iced tea machines.
• Professionally manage and address guest concerns or complaints, escalating to a manager as needed.
• Assist in managing crowds and ensuring guests waiting for a table or carryout order feel comfortable and at ease.
• Assist in other job roles or departments as requested by management.

FAQ's:

Q) Does Bob Evans hire for homestyle dining service?

A) Yes, roles support family-style restaurant operations.

Q) Are breakfast and lunch shifts heavily staffed?

A) Yes, early day service periods are high volume.

Q) Do servers manage multi-course meals?

A) Yes, service includes full meal pacing.

Q) Are take-home meal services part of operations?

A) Yes, employees assist with packaged meal orders.

Q) Is guest familiarity common?

A) Many locations serve repeat guests regularly.