Server at Kindred Restaurant

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts

Position Summary

We're hiring experienced, hospitality-driven servers to join our front-of-house team at Kindred Restaurant in Davidson, NC. This is a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment suited to servers who take pride in genuine hospitality, deep menu knowledge, and creating a memorable dining experience for every guest.

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 warm, attentive, and knowledgeable service throughout each guest's visit
• Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of daily menu changes, preparation methods, and ingredients
• Confidently guide guests through our wine, beer, and cocktail programs, offering thoughtful pairings and recommendations
• Anticipate guest needs and handle special requests, dietary restrictions, and questions with professionalism
• Communicate effectively with kitchen and bar staff to ensure accurate, timely, and well-paced service
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining room and service stations
• Process orders and payments accurately using the restaurant's POS system
• Uphold the restaurant's standards for service and hospitality at all times Work collaboratively as part of a team during high-volume, fast-paced shifts

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant experience required; upscale or fine dining experience strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of wine, craft beer, and cocktails, or a strong willingness to learn
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining composure and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to stand, walk, and carry trays for extended periods
• Flexibility to work night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed Must meet minimum age requirements for serving alcohol per NC state law

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $2.13/hr + 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