Job Description
TAVERN BLUE – SERVERS & HOSTESSES
Pay: $4.35–$25.00 per hour, including tips
Job Types: Full-time and Part-time
Location: Tavern Blue – Coralville, Iowa
Work Location: In person
TAVERN BLUE – Where Great Food, Beach Vibes, and Big Fun Come Together
Ready to work somewhere that feels more like a getaway than a typical restaurant job?
Tavern Blue in Coralville combines wood-fired pizza, handcrafted cocktails, entertainment, games, special events, and a fun beach-inspired atmosphere. Our guests come for more than just food—they come for the experience.
We are looking for energetic, dependable, friendly, and service-driven Servers and Hostesses to join our team.
If you have a great personality, enjoy working with people, and can stay positive and organized in a busy environment, we’d love to meet you.
COMPENSATION
$4.35–$25.00 per hour, including tips where applicable.
Server earnings can vary depending on shifts, business volume, experience, and tips.
AVAILABILITY & COMMITMENT
Reliable availability is extremely important at Tavern Blue.
Applicants must:
• Be available Saturday evenings, which are among our busiest shifts.
• Be available to work holidays and major event days when scheduled.
• Be dependable and arrive on time for scheduled shifts.
• Be willing to work in a busy, fast-paced restaurant and entertainment environment.
• Be able to maintain consistent availability.
We are looking for team members who want to be part of a dependable, hardworking crew—not people looking for an occasional “only when I’m available” job.
SERVER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Welcome guests with genuine hospitality.
• Take food and beverage orders accurately.
• Deliver food and drinks promptly.
• Check on guests throughout their visit and anticipate their needs.
• Communicate effectively with the kitchen, bar, hosts, and management.
• Learn the menu, specials, drinks, promotions, and upcoming events.
• Make menu recommendations and help increase sales through appropriate upselling.
• Process cash and credit card payments accurately.
• Keep tables and service areas clean and organized.
• Reset tables quickly for incoming guests.
• Assist teammates during busy periods.
• Help create a fun, positive guest experience from beginning to end.
HOSTESS RESPONSIBILITIES
• Greet every guest warmly when they enter Tavern Blue.
• Manage the seating and waitlist efficiently.
• Escort guests to their tables and provide menus.
• Answer basic questions about the restaurant, games, events, and seating areas.
• Communicate with servers and management to maintain proper table rotation.
• Keep the entrance, host stand, and waiting areas clean and organized.
• Answer restaurant phones professionally when assigned.
• Assist with reservations and large-party arrivals.
• Help reset and prepare tables when needed.
• Thank guests as they leave and help create a positive final impression.
• Assist the restaurant team wherever needed during busy periods.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
• Positive attitude and friendly personality.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Ability to stay calm and organized during busy shifts.
• Willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to take direction and accept feedback.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Restaurant experience is helpful but not required.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds when needed.
WHY TAVERN BLUE?
Tavern Blue is more than a traditional restaurant. We offer guests a complete entertainment experience featuring:
• Wood-fired pizzas and a large salad bar.
• Handcrafted cocktails and drinks.
• Live entertainment and special events.
• Tiki Yard games including billiards, shuffleboard, foosball, Sub-Soccer, Putter Pong, Giant Jenga, Ladder Ball, Hook-21, ring toss, and more.
• A separate arcade room.
• Private parties, university events, fundraisers, birthdays, celebrations, and other special events.
• A fun, high-energy beach-inspired atmosphere.
BENEFITS
• Employee discount.
• Fle
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