Come be a part of something bigger!

Benchmark | Pyramid is a strong believer in offering our employees Work-Life Effectiveness through, practices, policies, and programs to help our employees achieve success at both work and home. Here are just some of the great benefits we offer:

• Full Time employees have access to Medical and Dental insurance to fit your needs
• Benchmark University (You can grow both personally and professionally through on-line webinars and self-study courses)
• 401K match (Let us help you build your financial future)
• Companywide Hotel Room Discounts (Who doesn’t love to get away)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (We are here to support you)
• Employee family events (bring the kids!)
• Partnerships and discounts with major retailers such as AT&T, Verizon and Dish to name a few
• Many more, please inquire for more details

Willows Lodge is nestled on five landscaped acres bordering the Sammamish River. Our intimate, award-winning hotel allows our guests to experience the Northwest's greatest escape.

Fireside is our casual indoor/outdoor lounge, which is a favorite of locals and hotel guests alike — whether it’s cocktails on the patio or a glass of local wine by the fire.

A semi-casual, high volume, upbeat restaurant lounge seeking server with exceptional hospitality, friendly conversation and a wealth of knowledge of food, spirits, and wine.

Our staff is observant of the guests needs, giving a welcoming and at home feeling.

We are seeking to add a high-volume experienced server with great spirit, cocktail and food knowledge. Wine knowledge is a great plus, being we are in wine WA wine county. Engaging in conversation and making sure the guest is having the best experience, is what we strive for here at Willows Lodge. The ideal candidate knows how to handle a rush and fill the low times.

What you will have an opportunity to do:

If making meaningful connections, figuring out what it takes and stepping it up to win the day is what you do, and you love it, we want you! This is a tremendous opportunity for a driven person to grow and learn at a world-class property!

Your Role:

• Prepare the restaurant pre-shift for the service ahead
• Greet guests as they arrive or move about the restaurant
• Guide guests on their culinary journey through descriptive selling of the menu
• Be accurate in your order taking, confirming all special requests
• Be the master of the menu, understanding the details to enhance the conversation
• Work collaboratively with other restaurant servers and kitchen/bar staff
• Assist guests who have concerns to guide them to a resolution that leaves them happy
• Finalize the experience through timely and accurate bill presentation

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Hiring wage: State Minimum Wage + Tips

• Eligible for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and life insurance under our existing group plans
• Eligible for 401(k) retirement plan with employer match following 1 year of service under our existing plan
• 11 days of PTO accrued in the first year based on an employee working 40 hours each week

What are we looking for?

• Someone with an engaging and welcoming personality
• Someone with 2-4 years of food service experience
• Someone with knowledge of wine, beer, cocktails, and spirits
• Someone who can work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Someone with a passion for creating an exceptional experience for all guests
• Someone with excellent communication skills
• Current WA State food handler's permit
• Current WA State MAST permit

Benchmark Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.