SALARY RANGE: The position offers a base salary ranging from $65,000 to $70,000 annually, depending on experience. In addition to the base salary, the compensation package includes profit-based bonuses, as well as additional bonuses for excessive overtime. Employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, a gym membership, and other perks.

THE HIRING COMPANY: Park Restaurant & Bar is the place for folks who love local flavors and ingredients. Our small plate menu will entice you to enjoy old favorites and explore new seasonal items alongside friends and family. Our unique bar setting includes a bourbon display, community table with fireplace and TVs to catch the Tigers’ latest win! Local craft beer is on tap, wine is poured by the glass and the outdoor patio is perfect for enjoying the beautiful Missouri spring, summer and fall. 

FRONT OF HOUSE MANAGER POSITION: As our FOH Manager you will help plan and organize our special events, run our social media and come up with creative ways to drive new business to the restaurant. You will also be responsible for the selection, management, training and scheduling of all Front of House staff, building a team with the ability to make smart decisions and solve problems effortlessly. 

FRONT OF HOUSE MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create and execute marketing strategies to increase foot traffic and drive new business.
• Plan and manage weekly social media posts about specials and events happening at Park. 
• Work as a team with other Managers to achieve Park's sales goals and create an exceptional guest experience
• Ensure that all guests feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service at all times
• Handle all guest issues as they arise, resolving all conflicts professionally while providing the highest level of customer service possible
• Oversee the coaching, training and management of front of house staff/service staff
• Act as a liaison between the front of house and back of house to ensure smooth and flawless execution of guests' service
• Control cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with restaurant policies
• Make employment and termination decisions
• Fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations
• Adequately monitor and schedule staff based upon sales metrics and guest traffic; ensure that both labor cost objectives and adequate staffing for exceptional service are achieved.

FRONT OF HOUSE MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS: 

• MUST HAVE: 2+ years experience at a fine dining or upscale casual restaurant (fast food experience will not be counted)
• MUST HAVE: previous leadership or management experience 
• MUST BE: High energy, outgoing, positive leader! 
• MUST BE: Social media and business development savvy! 
• PREFERRED: Bachelors degree 
• Able to read, write and communicate effectively 
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety and labor requirements of the restaurant, employees, and guests.

PAY RANGE: Guaranteed $18.00+/hour

HOST/HOSTESS POSITION:
Our Host/Hostess will be the first point of contact for our guests! You will greet guests, provide accurate wait times and escort customers to the dining and bar areas. Your goal is to ensure our guests have a positive dining experience from the moment they walk through the door! 

HOST/HOSTESS RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Welcome each guest as they walk into the venue
• Provide accurate wait times and monitor waiting lists
• Take and manage reservations
• Escort customers to assigned dining or bar areas
• Provide menus and introduce or provide guest with servers name
• Thank customers upon their departure
• Coordinate with wait staff about available seating options
• Maintain a clean reception area
• Cater to guests who require extra attention (e.g. children, elderly)
• Answer incoming calls and address customers’ questions
• Assist wait staff as needed
• Additional responsibilities as needed by the restaurant

HOST/HOSTESS QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma; preferred
• Previous work experience as a Host/Hostess or Server
• Experience in managing reservations
• Understanding of restaurant etiquette
• Demonstrable customer-service skills
• Excellent communication skills (via phone and in-person)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to monitor the entire dining and bar area
• Able to walk and stand during an entire shift

SALARY RANGE: The position offers a base salary ranging from $65,000 to $70,000 annually, depending on experience. In addition to the base salary, the compensation package includes profit-based bonuses, as well as additional bonuses for excessive overtime. Employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, a gym membership, and other perks.

THE HIRING COMPANY: Discovery is looking to grow our Management team and hire a Kitchen Manager for one of its top amenities; Park Restaurant & Bar! Park at Discovery is one of multiple amenities built and planned for local residents at Aria and the greater Columbia community. With nightly drink specials, an evolving menu of great local flavors and weekly events, its no surprise why we are a Columbia favorite! 

As part of our Management Team you will work with one of the best teams in Mid-Missouri, providing exceptional service to the greater Columbia Community, including our very own Discovery Residents. We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated person to oversee our Back of House operations and grow the success of this amenity by offering the best menu in town! 

KITCHEN MANAGER POSITION: We are looking to hire a additional Kitchen Management staff as we get ready to expand hours at Park and open a second restaurant! As our Restaurant Kitchen Manager, you are responsible for providing a tasty menu with new recipes and seasonal flavors! You will also ensure that all dishes prepared are of consistent quality by properly training employees and developing kitchen policies and procedures.

KITCHEN MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS:

• MUST HAVE: 3+ year's experience in a lead Kitchen role within a casual dining or fine dining restaurant.
• Hands on experience with creating new recipes, planning new menus and ordering food inventory. 
• Certification from a culinary school a plus! 
• Excellent communication skills
• Proven ability to motivate and lead a team
• Able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)

KITCHEN MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work the line with line cooks and lead by example.
• Ensure that all food items are prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes and quality standards.
• Coach cooks or other workers on the preparation, cooking, garnishing, or presentation of food.
• Check the quality of raw or cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
• Check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points.
• Control food cost by creating, following and coaching employees on standard recipes and food storage procedures.
• Plan and price menu items, establish portion sizes and prepare standard recipe cards for all new menu items.
• Meet with guests to discuss menus for special occasions, such as parties, or banquets.
• Manage inventory and order supplies, food and ingredients based upon anticipated business
• Create schedules for kitchen staff based on anticipated business activity; ensure that both labor cost objectives and adequate staffing for exceptional service are achieved.
• Schedule and oversee necessary maintenance and repairs on kitchen appliances
• Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations. Additional responsibilities as needed by the restaurant
• Additional responsibilities as needed by the restaurant

PAY RANGE: $16.00 - $22.00/hour based upon experience. Full-time employees receive benefits; Health Insurance, Vision, Dental, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, PTO and 401k!

THE HIRING COMPANY:
Park Restaurant and Bar is a popular restaurant on the south side of Columbia located in Discovery Park. Park Restaurant & Bar is the place for folks who love local flavors and ingredients. Our small plate menu will entice you to enjoy old favorites and explore new seasonal items alongside friends and family. Our unique bar setting includes a bourbon display, 30 craft beers on tap, community table with fireplace and TVs to catch the Tigers’ latest win.

THE LINE COOK POSITION:
Our line cooks are the heart of our restaurant! You will ensure that our guests keep coming back by preparing menu items as ordered and to our restaurants quality standards! 

LINE COOK RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and prep menu items for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
• Cook menu items according to recipe specifications, ensuring consistent quality and standard portion sizes.
• Ensure that food is prepared as ordered, comes out in a timely fashion and meets the restaurants quality standards.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef’s instructions
• Clean up station and take care of leftover food per Park's waste procedures
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations.
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.

LINE COOK QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 6 months’ experience within kitchen preparation or cooking at a casual dining restaurant. 
• Must be able to communicate clearly
• Have a positive attitude
• Able to have fun and work as a team
• Quality oriented, only serving the absolute best food
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 10 hours).

PAY RANGE: Guaranteed $28+/hour. 

THE HIRING COMPANY:
Park Restaurant and Bar is an upscale restaurant on the south side of Columbia at Discovery Parkway. Park Restaurant & Bar is the place for folks who love local flavors and ingredients. Our small plate menu will entice you to enjoy old favorites and explore new seasonal items alongside friends and family. Our unique bar setting includes a bourbon display, 30 craft beers on tap, community table with fireplace and TVs to catch the Tigers’ latest win. 

PROFESSIONAL SERVER POSITION:
We are currently looking for professional Servers! Our servers provide friendly, responsive service to create an exceptional dining experience for all of our guests! Each servers' primary objective is to show our guests such a marvelous time that they will want to return!

PROFESSIONAL SERVER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide the best possible experience by going above and beyond to fulfil guest needs
• Maintain thorough knowledge of menu and specials with the ability to recommend and upsell items to each guest.
• Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with Park’s vision.
• Inform guests of menu changes and daily specials, and make menu suggestions tailored to your guests’ tastes
• Take drink and food orders, serve food or beverages to guests, and prepare or serve specialty dishes at tables as required.
• Check guests’ identification to ensure that they meet minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages.
• Monitor and observe guests dining experience to ensure guests are satisfied with the food and service, and respond promptly and courteously to correct any problems.
• Collect payments from guests.
• Clear and clean tables or counters after guests have finished dining.
• Roll silverware, set up food stations or dining areas to prepare for the next shift or for large parties.
• Stock service areas with supplies such as coffee, food, tableware, and linens.
• Perform cleaning duties during shift to ensure cleanliness of the restaurant.
• Fill-in for fellow employees where needed to ensure efficient operation of restaurant.

PROFESSIONAL SERVER QUALIFICATIONS:

• MUST BE: 21 years of age
• 1+ year of experience as a server at a casual dining or fine dining restaurant
• Able to diffuse and problem solve guests issues
• Outgoing, extroverted personality!
• Positive attitude!
• Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours)
• Able to safely lift and easily maneuver trays of food and containers weighing up to 25 pounds

PAY RANGE:

$30.00+/hour. Pay consists of a base hourly rate plus a % of tip share.

THE HIRING COMPANY:
Park Restaurant and Bar is a restaurant on the south side of Columbia at Discovery Parkway. Park Restaurant & Bar is the place for folks who love local flavors and ingredients. Our small plate menu will entice you to enjoy old favorites and explore new seasonal items alongside friends and family. Our unique bar setting includes a bourbon display, 30 craft beers on tap, community table with fireplace and TVs to catch the Tigers' latest win.

THE BARTENDER POSITION: We are looking for an enthusiastic bartender to provide an excellent guest drinking experience. Good bartenders will be able to create classic and innovative drinks exceeding customers’ needs and expectations.

BARTENDER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons
• Interact with customers, take orders and serve snacks and drinks
• Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails
• Plan and present bar menu
• Check customers’ identification and confirm it meets legal drinking age
• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies
• Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience
• Comply with all food and beverage regulations

BARTENDER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be 21 years of age or older
• Previous experience working as a bartender at an upscale, casual dining restaurant or bar.
• Excellent knowledge of in mixing, garnishing and serving drinks
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills

PAY RANGE: $16.00 - $18.00/hour

THE HIRING COMPANY:
Park Restaurant and Bar is a restaurant on the south side of Columbia at Discovery Parkway. Park Restaurant & Bar is the place for folks who love local flavors and ingredients. Our small plate menu will entice you to enjoy old favorites and explore new seasonal items alongside friends and family. Our unique bar setting includes a bourbon display, 30 craft beers on tap, community table with fireplace and TVs to catch the Tigers’ latest win.

THE DISHWASHER POSITION:
Our dishwashers help our kitchen staff maintain cleanliness around our restaurant! You will help clean, organize and put away dishware and help stock food as well as assist with the general maintenance of the dish/kitchen area.

DISHWASHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collect used kitchenware from dining and kitchen areas
• Load and unload dishwashing machines
• Wash specific items by hand (e.g. wooden cutting boards, large pots and delicate china)
• Store clean dishes, glasses and equipment appropriately
• Set up workstations before meal prep begins
• Ensure there are always enough clean dishes, glasses and utensils, especially during peak hours
• Maintain cleaning supplies stock (e.g. detergents) and place orders when necessary
• Check washing machines’ operation and promptly report any technical/performance issues
• Remove garbage regularly
• Sanitize the kitchen area, including the floor

DISHWASHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Shifts available afternoons and evenings 
• Ability to follow instructions and help with various tasks, as needed
• Attention to detail and sanitation rules
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 10 hours).