ServerLocation: Okoboji, IowaDuration: Seasonal (Memorial Day - Labor Day)Company BackgroundThe Okoboji Store Bar and Kitchen provides a fast-paced, energetic work environment located right on East and West Lake Okoboji. We can give you the opportunity to gain vital work experience at the busiest summer tourist location in the tristate area! We are looking for employees who are outgoing, possess strong work ethic, and who can provide professional, top-notch service.Job DescriptionAt The Okoboji Store, we value exceptional hospitality and seek individuals who can elevate the guest experience through their dedication and skills. Servers play a pivotal role in ensuring guests receive top-notch service while enjoying our offerings. ResponsibilitiesThe following responsibilities will be expected for this position:
- Warmly greet guests and ensure a welcoming environment upon their arrival.
- Present menus, offer recommendations, and adeptly handle inquiries about our offerings.
- Serve food and beverages promptly, ensuring accuracy and quality.
- Proactively engage with patrons to ensure satisfaction and promptly address any concerns.
- Efficiently manage checks and process payments with precision.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in service areas, assisting in restocking supplies.
- Check patrons' identification in order to ensure that they meet minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages.
RequirementsApplicants must possess the following qualifications:
- Previous experience in restaurants or bars is a plus
- Exceptional customer service skills with an ability to effectively communicate
- Thrives in a dynamic, high-pressure environment and collaborates well within a team
- Projects professionalism and a friendly demeanor consistently
- Ability to work days, nights, weekends and holidays
Benefits
- Training opportunities to enhance your skills
- Pre-season orientation consists of familiarization of the facility, mastery of the menu including tasting, point of sale training, customer service steps, and socialization with team mates.
- Shadowing shifts as well as daily pre-shift meetings to hone performance
- Financial education sessions to teach goal setting and maximization of compensation
- A supportive team environment focused on professional growth
- Performance awards with bonuses & prizes
- Social Activities- boating, biking, hiking, and more fun Okoboji attractions
- Key Holder Program
- Year-end bonus
- Priority section assignments
- Food and merchandise discounts
- Key Holder letter of recommendation
- Featured in promotions and advertisements
- Key Holder Year-End Party
Application Process:Apply on our careers website at maucareers.com