Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $16.90 per hour, plus tips
Boozehounds
Server (Part-Time) | Palm Springs, CA
Job Summary
Boozehounds is Palm Springs dog-friendly, Michelin recommended hotspot and were gearing up for our biggest, busiest season ever. Were looking for the most hospitable, energetic, and talented servers in the desert to join our pack. If you love creating unforgettable experiences, thrive in a high-energy environment, and want to be part of a place thats as fun and vibrant as it is professional, this is your shot. Please note that this is a part-time position, and weekend availability is required.
At Boozehounds, we live by our Pack Rules:
- Unapologetically Us We dont fit in a box, and we dont tone it down.
- Come Hell or High Water We make it happen, no excuses.
- All-Inclusive Hospitality We put people first, giving all guests a great time, every time.
- Protect the Brand Our aesthetic is everything. We honor it by keeping every detail on point.
- Were Good Humans We work hard, keep our word, and do the right thing.
The culture here is everything warmth, integrity, and a team that actually likes each other. We love to grow from within, we love to have fun, and we love to get creative. And yes, the pups are part of the family too.
On top of that, we offer employee discounts, paid sick leave, real opportunities to grow your career, and a workplace where people actually want to be.
Our food and drinks have the same energy as the spacefresh, bold, and a little playful. The menu mixes California comfort with global flavors, and the cocktails are crafted to look as good as they taste. Elevated but never pretentious.
Boozehounds isnt just a restaurant its a massive indoor/outdoor playground where somethings always happening: Pride parties, NYE celebrations, drag brunch, chef dinners, and private events of every size. Theres never a dull moment, and theres always a reason to bring your best energy.
If this sounds like your vibe, come join the pack.
Duties / Responsibilities
- Be thoroughly familiar with all standards of proper service etiquette and adhere to these standards throughout guest service.
- It is each servers responsibility to greet guests as they enter the restaurant.
- Suggest and promote food and drinks served, as food and drink sales are an important part of the position.
- Be aware of all state liquor laws as well as company and departmental policies regarding consumption of alcoholic beverages.
- Verify guest age and identification, serve alcohol responsibly, and monitor for signs of intoxication in accordance with California ABC regulations.
- Know all available spirited beverages, NA Beverages, beers, and wines by the glass or bottle. Also, be familiar and comfortable discussing regions, styles, and varietals of wines offered.
- Knowledgeable about all menus and hours of operation.
- Demonstrate knowledge of dietary/allergy information and communicate modifications accurately to the kitchen.
- Be familiar with emergency safety measures.
- Maintain and ensure each table is clean and presentable for every guest.
- Take food and beverage orders; ensure placement of order and accurate and timely delivery.
- Utilize the POS system for all guest transactions, including accurately opening, maintaining, and closing guest tabs.
- Handle cash and card payments and reconcile at the end of each shift.
- Help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all guests including their dogs.
- Work special group functions as required.
- Follow the steps of service as outlined for your position.
- Complete opening/closing duties.
Required Skills / Abilities
- A team player with a positive attitude.
- Quick and flexible learner.
- Attention to detail.
- Communication and collaboration skills
- Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changes.
- Driven and self-motivated.
- Maintain customer privacy, behave with open-mindedness and cultural sensitivity.
- Patience and the ability to maintain a professional demeanor.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Ability to safely carry trays and multiple plates at once.
- Ability to frequently lift, move and/or push up to 50 pounds without assistance.
- Ability to sit, walk, climb up and down stairs repeatedly for extended periods of time.
- Constant standing and bending.
- Tasks will be performed using and in the proximity of coolers, stoves, and other hot equipment.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent, required.
- At least two years related experience required.
- Must hold or obtain a valid California Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certification within 60 days of hire.
- Must hold or obtain a valid California Food Handler card within 30 days of hire.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. The employee may frequently be required to stoop, kneel, and crouch for duration of shift (eight hours or longer). The employee will need to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move and/or push up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be detail oriented, possess strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to multitask. Ability to work a flexible part-time schedule including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and nights.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as e-mail communication, instant message communications, legal documents, license agreements, contracts, invoices, news articles, technical manuals, budgets, ledgers, purchase orders, financial, marketing, Inventory, shipping, and various reports. Ability to effectively present information, provide instructions and thoroughly answer questions in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization in English.
Reasoning Ability and Computer Skills
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to efficiently use inventory, ordering & computer systems or applications and Microsoft Office programs.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in a typical restaurant and bar environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Authorization
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
EEO Statement
Boozehounds is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Boozehounds makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Boozehounds reserves the right to modify this job description at any time.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.