Food & Beverage Server

**Food and Beverage Server - The Thornhill Club**

The Food & Beverage server position is an important a part of the Member experience. Members are supportive of our staff & recognize the importance of their contribution to the Club. The position is not only to carry out servers’ duties in a timely & professional manner, but also to be able to connect with the Members & make every interaction a positive one.

**Required**:

- **Food handlers certification** (preferred)
- **CPR / First Aid** (preferred)
- **One year experience**
- **Weekends & holidays are always busy times so the ability to work through them with flexible availability is quite important.**

**Job Type**: Opportunities are available for our Fine Dining & Lounge facilities - we are a year round Club. Hours are seasonal, so a flexible availability is an asset - & weekends are a must.

**Required Experience**: One year is preferable - but we are willing to train those who want this opportunity.

**Duties & Responsibilities**
- Very knowledgeable about the cuisine specialties offered, wines & upselling features
- Very organized & comfortable working in a high-pressure environment
- Able to take orders & carry them out to Member, Guest & Manager satisfaction
- Memory skills: To promote excellent interpersonal relations with Members & Guests
- Adhering to strict hygiene standards
- Follow club’s health & safety regulations at all times, working in a safe manner, looking out for your co-workers as well
- Troubleshooting any problems that may arise
- Multi-tasking: Able to complete tasks while being Member focused & delivering high-quality customer service every time
- Responsible for setting up all event spaces, including: Table & chair placement, service ware settings, linens, napkin folding, cutlery & other service wares as directed
- Clear tables & buffets in proper sequence, using trays, stands & proper clearing etiquette
- Plated Service: Uses proper “mise en place” as directed
- Communicate with guests, supervisors, co-workers in a courteous manner at all times
- Performs general cleaning tasks using standard club cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards
- Ensures cleanliness of banquet space including banquet kitchen
- Fill-in for fellow employees where needed to ensure guest standards & efficient operations
- Reporting to work as scheduled (on time & on regular basis) is an essential function
- All other duties as assigned by a manager or supervisor

**Qualifications & Skills**
- Knowledge of food & beverage preparation & service
- Communicate effectively with guests & co-workers, i.e., provide information, answer questions, etc.
- Stand and/or walk for varying lengths of time, often long periods
- Must be able to carry trays weighing up to thirty (30) pounds, which is equal to 8 plates with covers, through a crowded room on a continuous basis throughout the shift
- Must be able to push & pull weight equaling one hundred (100) pounds
- **Be legally eligible to work in Canada**:

- **Be of legal age to work in Ontario**

**Additional Details**
- Both the role and our organization's core mandate respect individual human rights in Canada, including the values underlying the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms as well as other rights. These include reproductive rights and the right to be free from discrimination on the basis of sex, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, colour, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.
- We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

**AODA Accommodation**

The Thornhill Club is committed to fair & equitable recruiting practices; Persons with disabilities are encouraged to come forward at any stage of the recruitment process to request accommodations, if needed. Management will consult & create processes that provide individuals with disabilities the best possible recruitment experience.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.60 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person