Job Description
Benefits:- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Employee discounts
Position Summary:
We're hiring versatile, hospitality-driven team members to join our front-of-house support team at Kindred Restaurant in Davidson, NC. This role rotates across several key positions — food runner, bar liaison, polisher, busser, and host — and is suited to team members who take pride in keeping service moving smoothly and guests well cared for.
About Us:
Kindred is an upscale casual restaurant and the flagship of a growing local restaurant group, with several other restaurants in the area owned by Joe & Katy Kindred. Our culinary team has earned numerous James Beard Foundation nominations along with other national and local accolades. We're known for seasonally-driven menus, craft beer and cocktail programs, and stellar wine lists — and we're looking for servers who bring the same level of care to the guest experience that our kitchen brings to the plate.
Responsibilities:- Deliver food from the kitchen to the table promptly, accurately, and with proper presentation
- Support bar service by running drinks, restocking supplies, and assisting bartenders as a bar liaison
- Polish glassware, flatware, and service items to maintain presentation standards
- Clear, reset, and maintain tables promptly between guests
- Greet, seat, and manage the flow of guests as a host when needed
- Communicate effectively with servers, bartenders, and kitchen staff to ensure well-paced service
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining room and service stations
- Anticipate guest needs and work collaboratively as part of the the team during high-volume, fast-paced shifts
Qualifications:- Previous restaurant experience preferred, not required
- Willingness to learn and rotate across multiple front-of-house support roles
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to stand, walk, and carry items for extended periods
- Flexibility to work night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed
Compensation & Benefits
Pay:
Competitive, based on experience. Combination of hourly rate and tips. Full-time and part-time positions available Employee Discount 401(k) with company match Health, dental, and vision insurance (full-time) Flexible scheduling Opportunity for growth within a multi-location restaurant group
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time
Schedule: Night shift
Restaurant Type: Upscale casual
