Server

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que began in 1983 as a mobile concession unit serving great Bar-B-Que throughout the Northeast.  In 1988, the company opened its first restaurant in Syracuse and has continued to grow to six locations serving delicious Bar-B-Que throughout New York State.  We are currently looking for a Server to join our Hamburg team!  

At Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, fresh, homemade and high quality aren’t just catchwords; they’re our foundation.  From our hickory-smoked Bar-B-Que and homemade salads and sides to our sauces and dry rubs, our commitment to quality is unyielding.  Dinosaur Bar-B-Que has gained a reputation far and wide for serving some of the best BBQ in the country in a vibrant and lively setting.

HOW YOU FIT INTO DINOSAUR BAR-B-QUE (Job Summary):

The Server creates an exceptional dining experience by delivering friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable service that reflects Dinosaur Bar-B-Que’s hospitality standards. This role includes welcoming guests, guiding them through the menu, accurately taking and delivering orders, and communicating clearly with team members and management to support smooth service.  

Why work for us:

• Competitive pay at $10.70 per hour plus tips
• Opportunity to receive full medical, dental, and vision insurance (depending on hours worked)
• Accrued PTO and Sick Hours
• 401 K Eligible after 1 year of service (21 years or older)
• Work/Life Balance
• Fast- Paced work environment
• Fun and engaging work place
• Internal Growth/ promotions
• Chance to be part of a great and rewarding team

WHAT YOU DO (Essential Functions):

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Follow Dinosaur Bar-B-Que’s Steps of Service.
• Greet guests promptly and provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
• Provide recommendations and answer questions.
• Take accurate food and beverage orders and enter them into the POS system.
• Deliver food and drinks promptly, ensuring correct presentation.
• Provide attentive and personalized service and proactively address guest needs.
• Collaborate with bussers, bartenders, other servers and kitchen staff to ensure excellent service.
• Process guest payments accurately and promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of dining and service areas.
• Complete assigned side work before, during and after shifts.

WHAT YOU KNOW (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask in high pressure environments and strong time management skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and proven adaptability during high-volume service.
• Consistently prioritizes guest satisfaction and genuine hospitality.

HOW YOU MOVE (Physical Demands):

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Requirements in a Typical Day:

• Continuously: Standing, walking, lifting/carrying 1 - 10 lbs.
• Frequently: Bending, overhead reaching, lifting/carrying 11 - 20 lbs.
• Occasionally: Squatting, pushing/pulling, lifting/carrying 21 - 50 lbs.
• Seldom: Sitting, crawling, climbing, kneeling.

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que^® is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

NOTE: Dinosaur Bar-B-Que^® reserves the right to revise or change the position plan as the need arises. This position plan is not all inclusive of total job responsibilities nor does it constitute a written or implied contract of employment.