💰 Pay Rate: $16.50 - $20.00 per hour (based on experience) + pooled tips
🕒 Job Type: Part-time
About Us:
Laili Restaurant is a fine dining establishment offering a unique fusion of Middle Eastern and Afghan cuisine in the heart of Santa Cruz. With a beautiful enclosed garden patio and elegant indoor seating, we provide an exceptional dining experience for our guests.
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced server to join our team! The ideal candidate is professional, friendly, and passionate about hospitality. You will play a key role in providing excellent service to our guests, ensuring they have an unforgettable dining experience.
Responsibilities:
✔️ Greet and serve guests in a friendly and professional manner
✔️ Provide detailed menu knowledge, including wine and beer pairings
✔️ Take accurate food and beverage orders and deliver promptly
✔️ Work efficiently in a fast-paced fine dining environment
✔️ Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth service
✔️ Maintain cleanliness and organization of tables and service areas
✔️ Handle guest inquiries, requests, and concerns with care and professionalism
Requirements:
🔹 Minimum 2 years of serving experience in a fast-paced, full-service or fine dining restaurant
🔹 Knowledge of beer and wine service
🔹 Strong communication and customer service skills
🔹 Ability to multitask and stay organized under pressure
🔹 Must be available afternoons, evenings and weekends
🔹 Must have or be willing to obtain a valid Food Handler’s Certification
Availability:
Tues,Wed,Thurs,Fri,Sat
Lunch 1045am - 3pm
Dinner 4pm - 10pm
Why Work With Us?
✨ Competitive hourly wage plus pooled tips
✨ Supportive team environment
✨ Beautiful work setting in a highly-rated restaurant
✨ Opportunities for growth and development
Join us at Laili Restaurant and bring exceptional hospitality to our guests!