Server

WHO WE ARE

A member of Relais & Châteaux with Three MICHELIN Keys, Fogo Island Inn is a 29-room luxury hotel, built on principles of sustainability and respect for nature and culture. The Inn is a community asset, owned by the charity Shorefast, and 100 percent of operating surpluses are reinvested into Shorefast’s work to secure a resilient future for Fogo Island.

Our work has garnered significant international interest including a feature on 60 Minutes and in The New York Times’ 52 Places for a Changed World. The mission of Shorefast is to build, learn, and share economic development practices that catalyse the assets of local places, starting with Fogo Island.

Learn more about us: fogoislandinn.ca

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Greet guests warmly, present menus, and provide detailed information on food and beverage options, answering any questions.
• Accurately take food and drink orders, entering them into the point-of-sale system, and communicate special requests to the kitchen.
• Serve meals and beverages in a timely and professional manner, enduring orders are correct and meet gest expectations.
• Offer recommendations and suggestive selling of appetizers, beverages, and desserts to enhance the guest experience.
• Check in with guests regularly, refill drinks, clear empty plates, and ensure tables are clean and organized throughout service.
• Help maintain cleanliness and organization in the dining area, including clearing tables, resetting them, and ensuring that service stations are stocked and tidy.
• Work closely with other servers, kitchen staff, and management to ensure smooth service and a positive dining environment.
• Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 1 year experience as a server, in a similar establishment.
• Formal food and beverage training or certification from an accredited hospitality school preferred.
• Experience working in Michelin-starred or awarded restaurants preferred.
• Knowledge of food and beverage, including wine pairings and specialty cocktails.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with guests and work well under pressure.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required by the business.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive wages
• Access to an employee work-out room, to support personal well-being
• An engaged, highly supportive, and collaborative environment that encourages creativity and curiosity
• The opportunity to work in a thriving social enterprise 
• Continued learning and professional development training
• Allowances for travel to Fogo Island may be available
• Housing/accommodations assistance may be available