Backserver - Addison by William Bradley

Company Description

Breathe deeply, dream wildly, and discover a soulful sanctuary where finding yourself comes naturally. Magic sits around every corner and within every conversation. It enchants through the charm of Los Peñasquitos Canyon and the sunshine of San Diego. It’s where classic meets cool, the fine unwinds into fun and inspiration leads to immersion. 

Bask in the San Diego sunshine and enjoy our five-star setting at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Immersed in nature, the resort hosts 249 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, an 18-hole private Tom Fazio-designed golf course, a five-star spa and offers two dozen weekly outdoor activities across the 400 acres of dramatic canyon scenery including yoga, meditation and archery. The Grand includes six different dining venues, including San Diego’s only three-Michelin starred restaurant, Addison.  

Growth and advancement are not only accessible but actively encouraged. We promote a balanced life for our colleagues and continually seek new ways to enhance our environment and support our beautiful home of San Diego.

What is in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities. The sky is your limit.
• Hourly Rate of Pay: $17.25/hour USD

Job Description

Responsibilities: 

See guests from start to finish through a five-star dining experience including all knowledge and service of food, wine and spirits.   

• Ensure all mis en place are setup and ready for service according to Addison SOP. Assist service colleagues in completing pre-shift mis en place including polishing all silverware, stemware, and additional side duties as outlined in the pre-shift duties list.  
• Deliver a flawless dining experience, consistently providing exceptional food, superlative service, elegant decor and exquisite presentations.  
• It is the Backserver's position to assist the Captain in upholding these standards and see them through time after time. The backwaiter is the second level in guest contact should the Captain be unavailable.    
• Assist service colleagues in breakdown and clean-up of service areas; i.e. all linens prepared for pick-up and delivery to laundry, all ice buckets placed in appropriate places, tables reset for entire dining room.  
• Regular attendance is essential to the successful performance of this position.  Irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Backserver's are expected to be full-time employees who may work up to 40+ hours per week on an average.  
• Industry level standard knowledge of Food and Beverage, including all aspects of service and food preparation is a prerequisite for employment as a backserver at Addison. Backserver's should have a base knowledge of french cooking techniques as well as a moderate understanding of spirits and wine and should be able to understand and follow the by the glass selections should their services in selection be required. 

Qualifications

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• Regular attendance is essential to the successful performance of this position.  Irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Backserver's are expected to be full-time employees who may work up to 40+ hours per week on an average.  
• Industry level standard knowledge of Food and Beverage, including all aspects of service and food preparation is a prerequisite for employment as a backserver at Addison.  
• Backserver's should have a base knowledge of French cooking techniques as well as a moderate understanding of spirits and wine and should be able to understand and follow the by the glass selections should their services in selection be required.    
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the
• Regular attendance is essential to the successful performance of this position.  Irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Backserver's are expected to be full-time employees who may work up to 40+ hours per week on an average.  
• Industry level standard knowledge of Food and Beverage, including all aspects of service and food preparation is a prerequisite for employment as a backserver at Addison.  
• Backserver's should have a base knowledge of French cooking techniques as well as a moderate understanding of spirits and wine and should be able to understand and follow the by the glass selections should their services in selec