Lead Server

THE CLUB

The Acorn Club, located in the scenic Rittenhouse Square district of Philadelphia, exists for the “promotion of literary, musical and artistic tastes and for social enjoyments and such other kindred purposes as the Club may from time to time determine.” With a talented staff, premier dining and a full schedule of social programming, The Acorn Club has established itself as an elegant private women's club.

The Acorn Club is open from September to June, Monday through Friday for breakfast and lunch, and Thursday and Friday for dinner. Member-focused dinners, lecture and receptions, as well as private events are scheduled throughout the week, and occasionally on weekends.

JOB POSITING

A dynamic professional who provides visible and hands on leadership that will help take the already successful operations and services to the next level. Jointly responsible with the Food and Beverage Supervisor and Food and Beverage Director for service, functions, and the finished look of dining spaces. This position will act as a server during assigned meal periods and have some supervising/leadership roles during assigned events and when working with a team.

Overview of Essential Responsibilities:

• Acts as maître d’ and/or head server for assigned meal periods
  • Will be head server for a la carte lunch service, breakfast service and events when assigned
  • Includes some opening responsibilities
• Will be proficient at a supervisor’s level of the Acorn Club’s point of sales system
• Ensures exceptional quality of food and beverage, including food presentation
• Responsible for finish look of the dining areas
• Assists Food and Beverage Director with daily tasks, monthly inventory, and other assignments
• Maintains contact with members and helps assure maximum member satisfaction
• Establishes and maintains systems for identifying member preferences
• Is aware of Club functions and clearly gives directions to members/ guests
• Additional tasks as assigned

Qualifications, Expertise, Attribute Requirements :

• Requires observation and decision-making skills
• Ability to multitask with high quality standards, consistency and attention to detail; working methodically through tasks with speed and accuracy
• Works well with others, independently and under pressure, realizing that your attention may be demanded by several problems simultaneously
• Physical stamina is needed for heavy lifting and standing for several hours at a time
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to take initiative and follow through; seizes opportunities for improvement
• Reliable; maintains a work schedule with flexibility to meet business level demands

Hours: Variable, a minimum of 25 hours per week up to 40 hours, days and evenings, occasional weekends as needed

Statues: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Compensation: We offer excellent work environment and schedule, competitive pay, benefits, and paid time-off