Nicola's Ristorante is a renowned fine dining establishment situated just north of Downtown in Cincinnati's historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. With over 30 years of operation, it has become a staple of the city's culinary scene. We are looking for energetic, passionate individuals to help deliver a special, curated experience to each guest and continue our legacy of outstanding hospitality.
Servers attend to guests during a meal, helping them place their order and making sure they get their food and beverages in a timely manner. They greet guests and engage in friendly conversation with them to cultivate a hospitable, welcoming environment. Servers must be knowledgeable about the food and wine on the menu so they can guide guests through a memorable dining experience only Nicola's can create. If you are ready to join one of the best culinary and hospitality teams in Cincinnati, apply today!
Benefits: 70% company covered Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance for full time employees. 100% covered Life Insurance and STD for full time employees. 401k with 3% match after one year of employment.
Schedule: Closed Sundays (Except Easter and Mother's Day Brunch)
Qualifications
- Experience in the hospitality industry as a server
- Prior experience in a fine dining establishment is preferred
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- In-depth knowledge of wine and food items on the menu
- Must be friendly, attentive, and able to handle guest needs effectively
- Collaboration with other servers, kitchen staff, and hosts is vital for smooth service
- The ability to address customer complaints and resolve issues calmly and effectively is important.
- Accuracy in taking orders and handling payments is essential.
- Maintaining a positive and professional demeanor, even during busy periods, is crucial.
- Punctuality and the ability to work scheduled shifts are necessary.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills
- Basic bookkeeping knowledge
- Working knowledge of point-of-sale systems
- High level of stamina to work to work on feet for extended periods