Experienced Waitstaff
Company
Picos
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Via
Picos.net
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Job Description
What we’re looking for:ExperienceMinimum of 3 years experience as a server in full service restaurants(Preferably high-volume kitchens, but not required.)Knowledge of Toast POS system preferable, but not requiredWinning AttitudeIt takes a team to keep our kitchens moving, and we expect everyone to be a team player.TechniqueSome servers that work on the floor at Picos have been around for 30+ years and have garnered clientele for themselves. We expect our servers to have excellent communication/people skills and the ability to sell customers on the authentic Mexican experience Picos has to offer.Organization, Attention to Detail, Good Time ManagementPicos is a high-volume kitchen and we expect you to be able to:- Take direction.- Have intention and attention to detail in your work- Run an orderly section and know where things are kept and keep things organized- Be organized in your work and manage your time effectively.Availability + StaminaMust be available to work nights and weekends.Must be comfortable standing for extended periods of time
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