"Wait Staff/General Service"

Job Description

• Setting up a la carte and private dining rooms for all meal periods including set-up of tables and chairs, linens and skirts, flatware, buffets, coffee and beverage stations
• Performing opening and closing side-work for each meal period
• Taking guests order for food and beverage items, serving and bussing tables, passing hors d'oeuvres and serving wines/champagnes according to Faculty Club standards
• Attending to beverage stations
• Cleaning and resetting dining rooms for next meal period following set standards
• Responsible for maintaining sanitation standards in compliance with city and state laws, Harvard Environmental Health and Safety regulations, departmental and HACCP policies.
• Works cooperatively with all members of the team.
• Complies with State of Massachusetts and Faculty Club's "Food Employee Illness Policy".
• Maintains a respectful and professional demeanor, always promoting a positive relationship between Faculty Club and all guests. Maintain a neat appearance and comply with proper dress code as designated by Faculty Club.
• Performs related job duties as required

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous Hotel/restaurant experience.
• Fine dining server experience.
• Basic knowledge of wines.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Routinely lift an average of 50 lbs. without restrictions.
• Must be of legal age to sell alcohol (21), 18 to serve it.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in Micros or other POS system very helpful.
• Ability to work independently and multi-task when necessary.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Additional Information

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 40 hours per week/20 hours per week/Sun. - Sat. Flexible Schedule depending on business needs. FT 40 hrs for 5 months April, May, June, Oct. & Nov., then 20 hrs Feb., March, Sept. & Dec.
• Compensation Range/Rate (including Shift Differential if applicable): 27.18 - 28.68
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Criminal, Drug Testing, Employment, Identity
• Additional Information: Essential Personnel
• Work Format Details: This position is based on-site at a Harvard campus location. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
• Salary Grade and Ranges: This position is salary grade level 000. Corresponding salary information can be found in the job description above.
• Benefits: Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to: Generous paid time off including parental leave, Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one, Retirement plans with university contributions, Wellbeing and mental health resources, Support for families and caregivers, Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement, Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks. Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.