Server (Valle Michelin Restaurant) - Quick Hire!

Valle, a Guadalupe Valley Kitchen, is an acclaimed Michelin Star restaurant renowned for its innovative approach to cuisine, anchored in the rich culinary traditions of Mexico's celebrated wine region. Under the expert guidance of award-winning Chef Roberto Alcocer, Valle draws inspiration from the abundance of local farms and seafood to present bold and exquisite dishes. The restaurant is situated in a breathtaking seaside location, offering diners an exceptional experience with stunning ocean views from the spacious dining veranda. Guests can indulge in an intimate dining atmosphere, selecting from a thoughtfully curated Chef’s tasting menu or a la carte offerings. Additionally, Valle’s private dining room accommodates special celebratory gatherings of up to eight guests, providing a personalized and elegant setting. The Server position at Valle plays an essential role in delivering the restaurant's renowned experience. This role requires an individual who embodies excellence, quality, and a passion for hospitality. As a Server, you will be responsible for presenting food and beverage options with confidence and detailed knowledge, helping guests navigate Valle’s creative cuisine and expertly paired Mexican wines. Your recommendations will be key to enhancing the dining journey. Beyond serving, the position emphasizes building rapport with guests through friendly and engaging conversation, shaping the unique restaurant experience through your personal style and service expertise. Commitment to helping Valle achieve its goal of a second Michelin Star is vital, making this role ideal for those motivated to contribute to a prestigious dining environment. This position requires that you memorize the menu items and wine pairing selections thoroughly to advise guests accurately and suggest complementary enhancements, increasing the overall dining value. Additionally, you will manage the final payment process efficiently at the conclusion of services. The Server will also assist with general restaurant preparation and maintain a clean, sanitary dining environment, ensuring compliance with health and quality standards. This role is offered as a part-time or full-time opportunity, operating during dinner services Tuesday through Saturday, with an hourly wage starting at $17.85. Valle is part of the Hyatt portfolio, cementing its reputation not only for superior cuisine but also as an employer offering a competitive benefits package. This encompasses 12 complimentary hotel room nights at Hyatt properties worldwide, unlimited discounted friend and family room rates, and paid leave options including bereavement, jury duty, vacation, sick leave, and new child leave. Health benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, discounted prescriptions, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Additional financial advantages exist through the retirement savings plan with employer match and an employee stock purchase plan. Employee meals are provided free of charge, alongside other valuable employee benefits. Valle seeks dedicated professionals with at least five years of fine dining or Michelin Star experience, preferably with a background in fine dining Mexican cuisine. This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in a high-pressure environment, possess refined communication skills, and have the stamina to meet the demands of physical and mental agility required in a fine dining setting.

• minimum 5 years experience in fine dining or Michelin Star rated restaurant
• knowledge of wine pairings
• preferred experience in fine dining Mexican cuisine restaurant
• commitment to quality, excellence, and genuine hospitality
• physical stamina to lift moderate weights
• ability to repetitively lift, push, pull, and carry up to 15 lbs, frequently up to 25 lbs, occasionally up to 75 lbs
• ability to twist, bend, squat frequently
• occasional kneeling or crawling
• infrequent ladder climbing
• ability to perform repetitive hand and arm movements
• ability to stand for long periods
• punctual and reliable
• must be available Tuesday - Saturday
• basic math and computer skills
• ability to read, write, and speak English fluently