Valuetainment
Cocktail Server, The Boardroom
Fort Lauderdale, FL - Full Time
Premium service requires elevated standards. You value sophistication, and you’re savvy enough to appreciate innovation. Hello Cocktail Server! Join us.
The Cocktail Server provides impeccable service in our exclusive, membership-driven cigar lounge and event center catering to high-profile executives and a sophisticated clientele. He/She has a strong background in fine dining or high-end hospitality, with a deep understanding of luxury service standards, premium spirits, and exceptional guest relations. The Cocktail Server provides ‘unreasonable hospitality’.
Key Responsibilities
Guest Service Excellence
- Provide attentive, personalized service to guests, ensuring an exceptional and seamless experience
- Anticipate guest needs and preferences, offering recommendations on cocktails, spirits, and cigars
- Handle guest inquiries and special requests with professionalism and discretion
Beverage and Cigar Knowledge
- Maintain an in-depth knowledge of our cocktail menu, premium spirits, wines, and cigars
- Assist guests in pairing cigars with beverages to enhance their experience
- Uphold high standards of beverage preparation and presentation
Lounge Ambiance and Operations
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked service area
- Ensure all tables, seating areas, and lounge spaces are presentable and inviting
- Assist in lounge setup and breakdown for daily service and special events
Sales and Upselling
- Proactively suggest premium products, upselling where appropriate to enhance guest satisfaction
- Process orders and payments efficiently, handling transactions with accuracy and discretion
Compliance and Safety
- Follow all state and local liquor laws, ensuring responsible alcohol service
- Adhere to health and safety regulations, maintaining hygiene and sanitation standards
- Recognize and report any safety concerns or guest incidents to management
Job Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in fine dining, upscale lounges, or luxury hospitality
- Strong background in craft cocktails, premium spirits, and wine service
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a refined and professional demeanor
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of cigars and pairings (preferred, but not required; training provided)
- Ability to handle high-profile guests with discretion and confidentiality
- Must be at least 21 years old (due to alcohol service laws)
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, carrying trays and serving items with precision
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- TABC / ServSafe Alcohol Certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
Final compensation will be determined based upon experience and skills. This is a 1099 role.
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Valuetainment is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.
