Palmetto Bluff is nestled along the May River in the Lowcountry of South Carolina between Hilton Head Island and Savannah. As an award winning 20,000 acre development, the development encompasses a private member’s only club which includes a marina, restaurants, an equestrian center, a shooting club, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, a lawn and racquet club, and more. In addition, Palmetto Bluff has an extensive nature preserve, walking trails, retail shopping, and a vibrant village, all which pay homage to the region’s rich heritage.

Job Summary: 

The Server position will require you to interact one on one with the guests, take their orders, make cocktails utilizing company service standards, and ensure guest satisfaction. You will also be actively marketing yourself and the establishment through various social media outreach and staff outings. This role will contribute to the organization as an active business partner that is responsible for supporting the company's goals, objectives, vision, mission, and values.

Benefits:

We offer excellent benefits, including an incredible employer contribution towards medical, dental, and vision coverage which begins on the 1st of the month following your date of hire! Other benefits include a 401(k) Plan, with an employer matching contribution, paid life & disability coverage, and more.

Wage Structure:

Servers are paid an hourly wage of $7.00 plus a share of the 18% service charge and discretionary gratuity with a guaranteed total hourly rate of $24.00. The guaranteed total hourly rate includes wages, service charge, and discretionary gratuity.

Essential Functions:

Job duties include; although are not limited to:

• Consistently following Food & Beverage sequence of service utilizing all proper procedures standardized by venue managers and chefs.
• Participating in weekly marketing requirements and outings and actively marketing the venue and yourself. You are encouraged to make weekly table reservations and build the venue database through networking and completing data cards and building and establishing personal clientele.
• Guiding guests through all phases of their experience at the venue while commanding full menu knowledge and preparation methods at all times.
• Cleaning of all equipment, tools, and supplies and maintaining equipment in good working order while following all procedures and policies set forth by the company, division, department and County health department.
• Working as a team and effectively communicating with management, bartenders and service staff in order to fulfill and address any issues or needs requested by guests and or other Associates.
• Always being positive, showing enthusiasm, being humble, being thankful, and being respectful to all team members.

Qualifications:

• Two (2) years’ experience as a server/cocktail in a similar restaurant environment.
• Experience in and ability to meet marketing and social media requirements outlined by management using social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, etc. and an active participant in social media.
• Must possess good attitude, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent customer service skills and an in-depth knowledge of Spirits, Wine and Food are required.
• Ability to read and write in English proficiently as well as having basic math skills and the ability to use a calculator.
• Must be 21 years of age and must possess Tips and Food Handlers cards.

Physical Demands: 

• Most work tasks are performed indoors. 
• Temperature is moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems. 
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill tasks. 
• Must be physically able to lift and carry heavy trays and equipment as well as delicate china and glassware.
• Up to 50 lbs. Also, you must be physically able to walk without assistance on various surfaces for an extended period of time. 
• This position requires manual dexterity, grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, and climbing. 

Palmetto Bluff is proud to be an EEO Employer and participates in E-Verify.