WAITER/WAITRESS (PART TIME) - Now Hiring!

Culinaire is a premier food and beverage management company known for delivering upscale dining experiences across a diverse range of national accounts, including art museums, cultural landmarks, hotels, performing theaters, restaurants, and special event venues. With a commitment to excellence, Culinaire prioritizes the professional growth, safety, and success of its associates while ensuring that clients receive top-quality food products and superior service to their guests and customers. This reputation for quality and commitment makes Culinaire a sought-after employer within the hospitality industry. The position available is for a part-time Waiter/Waitress located at Vie de France, 6842 Main Street, Miami Lakes, FL 33014. This role offers a competitive fixed pay rate of $13.00 per hour and operates on a flexible schedule, Monday through Sunday from 6:00 am to 3:00 pm, with further details to be provided during the interview process. Applications are accepted online only. This role is designed for individuals with prior experience in customer service and barista roles, ensuring they can seamlessly integrate into the fast-paced dining environment. As a frontline team member, the Waiter/Waitress will be responsible for greeting guests warmly, taking food and beverage orders accurately, and delivering exceptional service in a timely and professional manner. The role requires knowledge of menu items and ingredients to recommend suitable food and beverage combinations and to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergen concerns. Communication is key, both with guests and back-of-the-house staff, to ensure orders are correctly executed and any special requests are fulfilled. The position demands a high level of interpersonal and communication skills, flexibility, patience, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across departments, especially during special events and functions. Additional responsibilities include maintaining a clean and safe dining environment, following strict food handling and sanitation protocols, handling payments and transactions responsibly, setting up and breaking down the dining area, and operating relevant dining equipment such as coffee machines and syrup dispensers. This role offers an opportunity to work within a team committed to delivering excellent customer experiences while growing professionally in the hospitality industry. Culinaire, as part of the Compass Group family, upholds an equal opportunity employment policy, promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. They are dedicated to treating all applicants and employees fairly, without discrimination based on race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected classification. They encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply, endorsing accommodations for essential job functions where necessary. Employees at Culinaire benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. This includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, retirement savings plans, and paid time off. Additional perks include holiday time off (varying by site and state), associate shopping programs, health and wellness initiatives, access to discount marketplaces, identity theft protection, pet insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance programs, and flexible spending accounts. These benefits underline Culinaire’s commitment to its workforce, ensuring staff feel valued and supported in their roles. Working as a Waiter/Waitress at Culinaire offers rewarding opportunities to be a part of a respected brand that emphasizes quality service and associates’ development. With a competitive wage, flexible scheduling, and a wealth of benefits, this role is ideal for motivated individuals passionate about hospitality, eager to contribute to a team-focused environment, and ready to deliver memorable dining experiences to a diverse clientele.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• previous barista and customer service experience required
• ability to stand for extended periods
• strong communication skills
• ability to work part time, Monday through Sunday, 6 am to 3 pm
• reliable transportation to Vie de France location
• ability to follow food safety guidelines and sanitation standards
• legally authorized to work in the United States