Cornman Farms Seasonal Event Server at Zingerman's – Dexter, Michigan

• Do you have experience serving?
• Do you want to be a part of beautiful weddings and other events?
• Do you have a passion for providing excellent customer service?
• Do you have a flexible schedule and can work as late as 11:00 p.m.?

Summary

Our Servers are responsible for meeting and exceeding the expectations of all guests. Servers provide food service for private dining and smaller events throughout the season. While serving, employees will be responsible for delivering great customer service, resolving complaints, setting up and clearing tables as well as related sidework. Experience carrying trays preferred.

This is a fast paced position that will involve constant customer interaction and requires the ability to carry large, heavy objects on a continuous basis throughout a shift.

This is a temporary position from May 2026 through October 2026

Occasional position

Days and Nights, Weekends, Flexible Hours Required

Rate: $18.00 per hour

Note: Servers are eligible to participate in the Cornman Farms hourly tip pool, which averages an additional $5 per hour.

Shifts can be as late as 11:30 p.m.

Schedules are posted typically 2 weeks in advance of event.

Reports to: Managers and Managing Partners

Our performance expectations are:

• Delivers the Zingerman’s experience to all guests, including consistently going the extra mile and following the 5 Steps to Handling a Customer Complaint
• Serves drinks and/or food at events
• Abides by all laws in relation to serving alcohol including ensuring guests are not over served
• Assists with all functions at catering events as needed - setting up, tearing down, replenishing food, serving, cleaning
• Keeps the workspace clean, organized and sanitized
• Takes direction from the any manager or supervisor on duty while working events
• Meets and exceeds all expectations of servicing and/or bartending event
• Responds quickly to requests from guests, co-workers, supervisors and managers while being accurate, polite and enthusiastic
• Follows up to ensure guest needs are met and exceeded
• Maintains a professional image at all times through actions and appearance
• Conducts all business in accordance with Zingerman's Guiding Principles and Bottom Lines
• Is timely and accurate in completing all assigned responsibilities
• Gives exceptional service to all customers at our events
• Completes training requirements in a timely manner

The Success Patterns for this position are:

• Has experience working in the foodservice/hospitality industry
• Has previous serving experience, preferably in a banquet setting
• Can have a flexible schedule with an ability to work shifts on an on-call basis
• Is able to follow directions in the moment, under time pressure, with a smile
• Can work shifts that require standing/walking/bending throughout shift
• Has excellent communication skills
• Has the ability to handle multiple tasks at one time and stay focused.
• Stays well organized with a strong attention to detail
• Can safely lift and carry 50 pounds and move product up and down stairs

Successful Candidates will have the following Personal Characteristics:

• Has a reputation for giving great service to guests and co-workers
• Is passionate about great food and great service
• Is self-motivated, but is also comfortable asking for help
• Has strong interpersonal skills
• Is good at problem solving
• Works very effectively as part of a team