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Fine Dining Server (Free Meals + Tips)

Mora Italiano

Fine Dining Server (Free Meals + Tips)

Encino, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    At Mora Italiano, we celebrate the best things that life has to offer; honest food, good wine, great design and of course, romance! Our beautiful restaurant was inspired by the bustling streets, striking fashion, and societal liberation that was emerging in Italy during the 60s and 70s. The rooftop and interiors are light-filled, relaxed and elegant, with an artfully curated mix of furnishings, making it the perfect spot to settle in for an intimate evening. 

    With Executive Chef Mindy Oh leading our kitchen, and our certified Wine Director Fernando Trivisonno conceptualizing and curating the wine list, Mora Italiano brings cutting edge Italian fare to Encino and Los Angeles, CA. 

    As we are committed to the highest quality of food and service, we are even more invested in the support and development of our amazing team. If you are interested in growing with us and celebrating community, we'd love to hear from you!

    WE ARE LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED FINE DINING SERVER WHO CAN PROVIDE AN ENCHANTING DINING EXPERIENCE FOR OUR WONDERFUL CLIENTELE. 

    WHAT WE OFFER: 

    • Tips, competitive pay negotiable based on your experience, along with free employee meals/employee discounts and a performance-based culture for promotions and compensation growth. 
    • Full time employees that consistently work 32+ hours weekly are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: medical, vision, and dental insurance, PTO, and more. Hourly employees do not receive PTO. 
    • Continued education for the best in class culinary and wine knowledge.
    • Every Monday and Tuesday off as restaurant is closed.

     

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

    • Greet the guests in a timely, friendly and courteous manner, based on Baltaire's fine dining standards.
    • Record the detail of the order from the guests, repeating the order to the guests to check for accuracy. Input the order into the POS to inform the kitchen of the particulars in the order being placed.
    • Confirm orders with the chefs and bartenders whenever clarification is requested.
    • Perform side work at the start and end of each shift as required.
    • When complete, retrieve order from the kitchen, confirm the accuracy, lift and deliver to guest, along with appropriate condiments.
    • Replenish beverages as necessary and check with guests for overall satisfaction.
    • Provide information on wine characteristics, wine production and types of wine to guests.
    • Prepare and serve wine using wine service techniques/etiquette.
    • Ensure guests are satisfied with the food and service, respond promptly and courteously to any requests
    • Abide by all State, Federal and Corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests.
    • Check the guest’s check for accuracy of the charges and number of guests were charged, present the check to the guest promptly, collect appropriate payment and self- cashier.
    • Maintain cleanliness and condition of the work areas and equipment.
    • May be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs for the restaurant such as holidays and weekends
    • Other duties as assigned by Managers.

     

    QUALIFICATIONS: 

    • At least 2 years of experience as a server in a fast-paced, fine dining restaurant or wine bar required.
    • Previous experience with POS required. 
    • A strong belief in the art of hospitality and the desire to create meaningful guest experiences. 
    • Must have and maintain a valid Food Handler's certification.

    We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, disability, history of disability or perceived disability, and per the Fair Chance Ordinance will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the ordinance.