JOB DETAILS

Restaurant Server Assistant

CompanyRancho Valencia Resort & Spa
LocationRancho Santa Fe
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 17, 2026
About The Company
Tucked away on 45 lush acres in Rancho Santa Fe, California, the timeless Rancho Valencia is a Mediterranean sanctuary far from the ordinary, combining gracious hospitality and inspired luxury. An all-suite Relais & Châteaux property hand-selected by U.S. News & World Report the #1 resort in California (2021) this world-class destination offers 49 luxuriously appointed casitas with private patios, stunning three bedroom villas, rejuvenating spa treatments, a wellness-oriented fitness program, two distinctive restaurants, a world-renowned tennis program and more. In recent years, Rancho Valencia has been honored with the AAA Five Diamond Award and the Forbes Five-Star Award (2020, 2019,2018, 2017, 2016, 2015), and has enjoyed placement on the Condé Nast Traveler Gold List (2015). The resort has also received the Condé Nast Traveler Readers'​ Choice Award twice (2016, 2015) as well as multiple Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards and nominations including #1 in Southern California.
About the Role

Description

Position Title: Restaurant Server Assistant

Location: Rancho Santa Fe

Department: Restaurant

Reports To: Food & Beverage Manager


SUMMARY

Assist restaurant servers in providing quality food and beverage service to guests, according to hotel specifications, courteously and efficiently. Maintain cleanliness of tables, service areas and equipment. Stock all wares and equipment needed for service

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  1. Anticipate guests’ needs, responds promptly and acknowledges all guests.
  2. Maintains complete knowledge of table/seat/station numbers, room capacity, and proper table set-up.
  3. Removes and transports soiled wares from tables to the dishwashing area as assigned. Separate soiled wares and food according to procedures.
  4. Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of all service areas in accordance with departmental procedures.
  5. Work quickly and safely at all times.
  6. Maintain and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures.
  7. Maintain positive guest relations at all times.
  8. Be familiar with hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately.
  9. Actively participates in Safety Programs and abides by all injury reporting and safety behavior requirements.
  10. Participates in and supports hotel efforts towards community service, sustainability and environmental initiatives.
  11. Perform other duties as directed, developed or assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

6 months current experience as a busperson.

Valid San Diego County Food Handlers Card

Ability to communicate in English with vendors, guests and staff, to their understanding

Desirable

High school graduate or GED-equivalent.

Certification in CPR.

Prior training in guest relations.

SKILLS

Required

Ability to anticipate and understand guests’ needs.

Ability to move quickly and safely through workspace.

Ability to focus attention on service details.

Ability to follow directions thoroughly.

Ability to work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

  1. None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  1. Frequent or occasional need to perform the following physical activities: reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting, and climbing. Have frequent need to perform standing and walking activities related to inspecting property.
  2. Constant need to perform the following physical activities: grasping, turning, finger dexterity.
  3. Occasional need to stand for long periods of time.
  4. Lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs. frequently and 25 lbs. occasionally.
  5. Vision requirements: constant need to view small print. Frequent need to see small details and things clearly beyond arms’ reach.
  6. Hearing requirements: constant need to speak on the telephone and/or two-way radio, respond to general public and converse with staff. Ability to hear fire alarms and emergency equipment.

NOTE: A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform other job related duties assigned by their supervisor.

Key Skills
Guest RelationsTable Set-upSanitationTeamworkCommunicationAttention To DetailTime ManagementSafety Compliance
Categories
Food & BeverageHospitalityCustomer Service & Support
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Assist servers in providing quality food and beverage service while maintaining the cleanliness of tables and service areas. Responsibilities include transporting soiled wares to the dishwashing area and anticipating guest needs.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
257
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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