Server (Part-Time)

Server (Part-Time) – The James (James Island, SC)
Join Our Growing, Hospitality-Driven Team!

The James is seeking confident, engaging, and knowledgeable Servers to join our team!

About Us:
The James is a neighborhood restaurant offering classic American fare in the heart of James Island, Charleston. With a warm, family-friendly atmosphere, The James serves familiar, comforting dishes with genuine hospitality—creating a welcoming community space that guests love to return to. Locally operated by The Neighborhood Dining Group—the team behind acclaimed restaurants like Husk, Delaney Oyster House, Minero, and Marbled & Fin—The James upholds a culture rooted in quality, service, and people-first leadership.

Who We're Looking For:
We’re seeking an experienced, energetic, and guest-focused Server to deliver exceptional service in a fast-paced, upscale environment.

Responsibilities:

• Greet guests promptly with warmth and professionalism
• Guide guests through the menu with detailed knowledge of dishes, beverages, and specials
• Take accurate food and beverage orders and input them into the POS system efficiently
• Deliver food and drinks in a timely, attentive manner
• Monitor guest satisfaction and respond promptly to guest needs and concerns
• Collaborate with team members (bartenders, kitchen staff, server assistants) to ensure seamless service
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned sections and service areas
• Handle payments accurately and process checks using the POS system
• Adhere to all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines
• Uphold the standards of service and hospitality expected in a fine dining environment

What You'll Bring:

• Experienced in high-volume, upscale dining (minimum 1+ year preferred)
• Knowledgeable and confident discussing food, wine, spirits, and cocktails
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and works with a sense of urgency
• Strong communicator with a polished and professional demeanor

What We Offer:

• A dynamic, growth-oriented environment with high earning potential
• Outstanding benefits, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (must work Full-Time)
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • PTO (Paid Time Off) (must work Full-Time)
  • Employer paid Therapy, Coaching, and Mental Health Resource (Modern Health)
  • Next-day Pay: work today, get paid tomorrow
  • Employee Perks & Discounts (Working Advantage)
  • Dining discounts, gym membership discounts

Hospitality Starts with You!
Come be part of a team that values professionalism, teamwork, and Southern hospitality.

Apply today and take the next step in your hospitality career with The James!

In this position, you have the opportunity to have a competitive hourly rate plus great tips. Pay rates and ranges listed are averages INCLUDING tips and fluctuate with business levels. Pay rates and ranges are not guaranteed and tips are given at the sole discretion of our guests.