Server Assistant

Why Southern Land?

Our full-service company is comprised of planning, architecture, design, construction, marketing, resident experience, and hospitality—all in-house and working together every day to envision and create uniquely beautiful places.

Position Summary

Southern Hospitality Company, an entity of Southern Land Company, is headquartered in Nashville, TN is seeking a Server Assistant to open our new Italian restaurant, Lupo Notte. The successful candidate will be able to work independently, in a fast-paced work environment.

The Server Assistant plays a key support role in delivering an exceptional guest experience in a fast-paced upscale restaurant environment. This position supports the front-of-house team through table maintenance, food running, bar support, and overall dining room organization. Successful candidates are hospitality-driven, detail-oriented, and thrive in a team-focused atmosphere.

Responsibilities

Dining Room Support

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining room throughout service
• Reset and prepare tables quickly and accurately
• Refill water, polish glassware, and assist with guest needs when appropriate
• Support servers in maintaining smooth and attentive service
• Monitor guest areas to ensure a clean, polished, and welcoming environment

Food Running

• Deliver food promptly and accurately from the kitchen to guests
• Communicate clearly with chefs, expo, and service staff
• Describe dishes and accompaniments when delivering food
• Ensure proper presentation standards are met before food leaves the kitchen
• Assist with pacing and timing of courses during service

Bar Back Duties

• Restock liquor, beer, wine, garnishes, ice, glassware, and bar supplies
• Maintain cleanliness and organization behind the bar
• Assist bartenders with operational support during service
• Remove trash and cardboard as needed
• Help maintain prep pars and opening/closing duties

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong work ethic:Reliable and willing to perform any task needed to help the bar run smoothly with a strong sense of urgency and ability to multitask
• Attention to detail:Ability to notice when supplies are low and to keep the bar area tidy
• Teamwork:Works closely with bartenders and other staff to ensure efficient service
• Organization:Must be able to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility:A willingness to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and professionally

Preferred Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Tennessee ABC Server Card (must be attained in first 90 days on property)
• Previous restaurant experience, preferably in upscale or high-volume environments
• Familiarity with menu items, different types of alcohol, and basic knife skills for garnish preparation is preferred

Physical Demands

• Frequently standing and walking
• Some lifting up to 25-50 lbs. involving tasks like carrying kegs

Company Overview

Southern Land Company believes that community is the heart of every successful development project. With that as our starting point, we create residential developments around the country that provide a generous, comfortable lifestyle to those that call them home. In support of our single family and multifamily projects, we also undertake key retail, office, and recreation developments to craft convenient, complete communities. We believe in big ideas and paying attention to every detail required to realize them.

We Have…

• A strong brand recognized for quality, performance, and artistry
• Guiding principles of creativity and innovation
• An open mind for new ideas and creative methods
• A strong compensation and benefits package, including health, vision, dental, 401k with a strong match and more!

Southern Land Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and we seek to create an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds, life experiences and perspectives. Southern Land Company offers a competitive benefits package, including 401k and paid time off.  For more information, please visit our website at www.southernland.com.

The above information is only an illustration of the general nature and level of work performed by the employee within this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Company and employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.

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