What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dining Room Server position at Laurel Valley Golf?
Position Title: Dining Room Server
Reports To: Dining Room Manager
Laurel Valley Golf Club
Ligonier, PA 15658
www.lvgc1959.com
For decades, Laurel Valley Golf Club has been at the pinnacle of exclusivity and challenge for its membership and guests. Laurel Valley Golf Club is situated in Ligonier, amongst the beauty of the Laurel Highlands in Western Pennsylvania. Laurel Valley Golf Club was established to meet the needs of the city of Pittsburgh. Before the club’s inception, the town was home to a massive industrial powerhouse, with Pittsburgh leading the charge in producing iron, steel, glass, and coal.
Businessmen at the apex of their fields recognized that business could be conducted away from the office in a relaxing context at the highest levels of corporate America. They aimed to create a golf club where business could be conducted and serve as a respite from the city's hustle and bustle.
Upon selecting the site for the course, architect Dick Wilson surveyed the land obtained from the Mellon family. He stated that the location was “the most natural, beautiful site I have ever seen for a golf course.” While membership had been growing, it was Legendary Golfer Arnold Palmer who would advance the club's fortunes to the highest level of sport. Laurel Valley would gain fame by hosting the 1965 PGA Championship, marking the beginning of historic events that would put Laurel Valley on everyone’s radar.
The Club seeks to hire a Dining Room Server to support our seasonal operations. We are looking for courteous, professional, and service-oriented individuals to deliver an exceptional dining experience to our members and guests. As a server, you will be responsible for providing prompt and friendly service, accurately taking orders, and ensuring guest satisfaction in a refined dining environment.
Job Description:
- Greet members and guests with professionalism and warmth.
- Provide detailed information about menu items, daily specials, and wine pairings.
- Accurately take food and beverage orders and enter them into the POS system.
- Serve meals and beverages promptly and correctly, following proper etiquette.
- Monitor tables for service needs and respond quickly to requests.
- Clear and reset tables efficiently between seatings.
- Ensure a clean, organized, and properly set dining room.
- Collaborate with kitchen staff and bartenders to ensure timely service.
- Handle member concerns or complaints with discretion and professionalism, escalating to management when necessary.
- Follow all health and safety regulations, as well as club policies and dress code.
- Participate in pre-shift meetings and ongoing training as required.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a server in a fine dining or private club setting preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of food and wine service standards; formal wine training a plus.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Must be able to stand, walk, and carry trays for extended periods.
- Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- TIPS or other responsible alcohol service certification (preferred or required by local regulations).
Benefits:
- This is a full-time or part-time hourly position. Health, dental, and vision insurance per the Laurel Valley Golf Club employee benefit package available to full-time employees as defined.
- This is a seasonal April to mid October role.