Do you ENJOY great BBQ? Come join our team!

Salt + Smoke Company is more than just a highly successful local barbecue institution in St. Louis. We are committed to serve great food to our guests. We are proud of our work.

WHY? Teamwork, shared support, constant training and providing guests an exceptional dining experience with a genuine care for the highest quality food, atmosphere, and service!

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

The team at Salt + Smoke have been passionate about treating meat right for years and are excited to bring our St. Louis-style BBQ to the Delmar Loop, Hampton, St. Charles, Central West End and Ballpark Village neighborhoods. We do our best to bring you the best everything from our fries to our pies are made from scratch! Serving our community during this challenging time is essential.

REASONS YOU'LL LOVE JOINING OUR TEAM:

• Our Culture: Within our Team, our customers, and our brisket, we are creating a culture of warmth and belonging, where everyone is welcome and supported. We are delivering our very best in all we do!
• Your Benefits: Our world-class benefits and programs for eligible part- and full-time team besties include base pay and bonus, benefits (Medical - PPO and HSA Plans, Dental, Vision coverage, Life & AD&D, STD, LTD, FSA Dependent Care), paid time off, holidays, employee discounts, 401(k) savings plan and perks!
• Earn more! We offer a competitive salary and reliable paycheck paid on a WEEKLY basis for all employees.
• Your Advancement Opportunities: We recognize the knowledge and the talent of our employees. We thrive with the growth of each team member. Internal Mobility matters and there is a career path for everyone: operations, corporate positions, commissary, management roles.
• Health and Safety: Keeping people healthy is a top priority in our restaurants. We continue to take all recommended medical and health precautions in our buildings and stores in addition to the ionization technology system from HVAC elements installed in our restaurants.

SERVER:

YOU'RE A GREAT MATCH FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU:

If you thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment, can simultaneously have a commitment for excellence, hospitality, multi-task, and remain positive and upbeat, we want to hear from you! We are looking for a talented Server with a passion for service and a commitment to helping the restaurant run smoothly, for both the Front of House team and our guests.
You will report to the Front of the House Manager and General Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

As a server at Salt + Smoke, you are the primary point of contact for the guest. As such, you are responsible for directing the course of the guest experience. This includes menu knowledge (both food and drink), proper table service sequence, appearance (adherence to the dress code), and most importantly a sense of responsibility for the success of the restaurant through teamwork and positive attitudes. We emphasize excellence in all aspects of our jobs from maintaining cleanliness of the store to upselling desserts and our bourbon list, to time management in completing side duties and helping your fellow servers. All these things add up indirectly to sway each customer experience in one direction or another. Being truly hospitable and putting other's needs first is the only way to succeed in any service industry.

• Greet all tables in a timely fashion with an informative introduction.
• Learn all aspects of the food and beverage menus, including knowledge of gluten free and allergy details and any specials we are running.
• Ensure all tables in your section are set properly before shift.
• Pre-Buss and buss all tables, look for empty plates, glassware etc. Full hands in, full hands out.
• Answer any questions the guest might have and guide them through the process to ensure that they have the best experience possible
• Ensure that the guest receives their food in a timely fashion, double check that they have what they need, and explain our sauces
• Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the restaurant and aide inside work with fellow servers.
• Communicate with the kitchen any dietary or allergy restrictions or special requests guests may have.
• Deliver plates and drinks to all tables, not just your own, when needed.
• Process guest checks and collect payments.
• Operate with the highest level of genuine hospitality and care for our guests.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Ability to perform the sequence order expectations of a server with complete knowledge of food and drinks while providing friendly service.
• Ability to understand and comply with proper food handling techniques according to state and local serving guidelines.
• Ability to timely identify and resolve basic issues as they arise.
• Ability to stand and be on feet for extended periods of time in varied climate conditions.
• Ability to carry and lift up to 50 lbs at times.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Scheduled days and times may vary based on business needs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining flexible and efficient.
• Excellent team-work skills.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

SCHEDULE:

• Looking for Full Time and Part Time Servers
• Sunday Availability as well

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year of serving experience preferred.

WE ARE PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. We promote, support, thrive and celebrate diversity, inclusion, and culture, which connects the entire Salt + Smoke family.
Salt + Smoke Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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