Servers, Bartenders and other FOH Positions - Fine Dining

Dallas, United States
Servers, Bartenders and other FOH Positions - Fine Dining
Company
Palladino’s Steak & Seafood
Location
Dallas, TX
Job type
Full-time
Salary
30–35 an hour
Via
via Poached Jobs
Job description
Hiring Event - FOH Team: Servers, Bartenders, Hosts, Food Runners, Bussers, Baristas, Bathroom Attendants (Fine Dining)Join the opening team at Palladino's Steak & Seafood as we launch our first Dallas location. We are hiring front of the house team members for our upscale dining concept.In-Person Hiring Event (Walk-In Interviews) - Cook Hall at St. Luke's Episcopal ChurchDates: Tuesday, April 7th and Wednesday, April 8thTime: 9 am -3 pmLocation for Interviews: Cook Hall at St.Luke's Episcopal Church - 5923 Royal Lane, DallasParking lot at rear of building at intersection of Gramercy and Jamestown. Entrance for Cook Hall under Porte Cochere.Now HiringServersBartendersHostsBussersFood RunnersBaristasBathroom AttendantsWhat We're Looking ForFine dining or upscale restaurant experienceStrong food, wine, and cocktail knowledgeProfessional, polished, guest-focused attitudeCompensationTipped positionHigh earning potential (depending on specific role - $30-$35++/hour, including tips)Why Join UsBe part of a new restaurant openingStrong earning potential in a fine dining environmentGrowth opportunitiesHow to ApplyWalk in during event hours for an on-the-spot interview. Please bring a resume and dress professionally.Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hourExpected hours: 20 40 per weekBenefits:Health insurancePaid trainingWork Location: In person

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