Hiring Immediately : Servers !

Benefits :

• BCBS health insurance & other options including dental
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Restaurant discounts
• Opportunities for career growth

Ēma is a Mediterranean restaurant showcasing Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter California style of cooking. The menu highlights local produce, unique spices and ingredients and is built around mezze, Mediterranean small plates meant for sharing.

Signature dishes include Spicy Hummus, Charred Eggplant Spread, House-made Labneh and Stracciatella, Green Falafel, Grilled Octopus and Chicken Kefta Kebabs.

The wine list showcases selections from the Mediterranean coastline, surrounding islands and California producers with an old world style.

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Servers are responsible for exceeding guests’

expectations by providing efficient, friendly guest service. Teamwork,

enthusiasm, food and wine knowledge, the ability to multitask and a high energy

level are necessary for success in this position.

Essential Functions

Provide

efficient, friendly guest service to a 3-6 table section including but not

limited to following all steps of service and bussing the table to ensure a

positive guest experience

Accurately

record and account for all items ordered, process payments, and balance all

sales / receipts in compliance with restaurant policies and procedures

Available

to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends

Safely

and effectively transport food or beverages to a table of three in a single

trip

Safely

and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment

Ability

to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in

written and spoken direction

Ability

to multitask calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment

Work

in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels

Able

to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and / or lift up to 25 pounds,

and occasionally move and / or lift up to 50 pounds

Ability

to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the

restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Ensure

the overall guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipate guests’ needs

Greet

guests with a warm, sincere smile

tact and good judgement when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guest

needs with patience and courtesy

Understand

and respond knowledgeably to questions about the restaurant and menu

sales techniques to present and encourage current promotions to guests

Follow

all steps of service

Understand

and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders / restrictions

Proficiency

in the use and operation of all necessary tools and equipment, including the

POS system and Frequent Diner, Gift Card and Credit Card terminals

Comply

with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures

Successfully

complete alcohol awareness training

Follow

all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those

outlined in the Employee Handbook

along well with others and be a team player

Other

duties will be assigned as needed

As a server, you will be responsible for attending to diners before, during, and after their meals by helping them place, receive, and pay for their orders.

You also ensure the timely delivery of food and beverages by checking on their tables periodically throughout the service time.

Prepare restaurant tables with special attention to sanitation and order Attend to customers upon entrance Present restaurant menus and help customers select food / beverages Take and serve orders Answer questions or make recommendations for complementary products Collaborate with other restaurant servers and kitchen / barstaff Deal with complaints or problems with a positive attitude Issue bills and accept payment

As a server, you will be responsible for attending to diners before, during, and after their meals by helping them place, receive, and pay for their orders.

You also ensure the timely delivery of food and beverages by checking on their tables periodically throughout the service time.

Prepare restaurant tables with special attention to sanitation and order Attend to customers upon entrance Present restaurant menus and help customers select food / beverages Take and serve orders Answer questions or make recommendations for complementary products Collaborate with other restaurant servers and kitchen / barstaff Deal with complaints or problems with a positive attitude Issue bills and accept payment

As a server, you will be responsible for attending to diners before, during, and after their meals by helping them place, receive, and pay for their orders.

You also ensure the timely delivery of food and beverages by checking on their tables periodically throughout the service time.

Prepare restaurant tables with special attention to sanitation and order Attend to customers upon entrance Present restaurant menus and help customers select food / beverages Take and serve orders Answer questions or make recommendations for complementary products Collaborate with other restaurant servers and kitchen / barstaff Deal with complaints or problems with a positive attitude Issue bills and accept payment

As a server, you will be responsible for attending to diners before, during, and after their meals by helping them place, receive, and pay for their orders.

You also ensure the timely delivery of food and beverages by checking on their tables periodically throughout the service time.

Prepare restaurant tables with special attention to sanitation and order Attend to customers upon entrance Present restaurant menus and help customers select food / beverages Take and serve orders Answer questions or make recommendations for complementary products Collaborate with other restaurant servers and kitchen / barstaff Deal with complaints or problems with a positive attitude Issue bills and accept payment