Description
Summary:
Philomena Pizza is seeking an experienced, confident, and reliable Lead Server to anchor busy weekend evening shifts, leading service and supporting teammates in a fast-paced environment.
Highlights:
1. Lead service during busy evening shifts, setting the tone for hospitality
2. Support teammates with pacing and organization in a fast-paced environment
3. Opportunity for leadership responsibility in a team-focused local business
Lead Server– Philomena Pizza (East Oakland)
Philomena is a busy neighborhood pizza restaurant in East Oakland focused on strong service, steady systems, and a loyal customer base. We are hiring a Lead Server to anchor our weekend evening shifts.
This is not an entry-level role.
We are looking for someone confident, reliable, and comfortable leading a floor during high-volume service.
Schedule (Estimated with current needs, may change)
Thursday–Sunday nights
Approximately 4:00/6:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Approximately 25–35 hours per week
Consistent weekend night availability is mandatory.
Due to Lead responsibilities, this role has limited shift-swap flexibility. You will work closely with a Co-Lead to cover each other when needed.
Compensation
$19 per hour + tips ($5-$25/hour)
This role is designed for someone seeking consistent weekend income and leadership responsibility.
Responsibilities
Lead service during busy evening shifts
Set the tone for hospitality and professionalism
Support teammates with pacing and organization
Communicate clearly with BOH during high-volume service
Ensure accurate order entry and smooth guest flow
Assist with opening and closing procedures
Requirements
3+ years serving experience in a full-service restaurant
Comfortable leading a shift without constant supervision
Strong communication skills
Reliable, punctual, and calm under pressure
Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Must have strong desire to work consistently on weekend nights.
Servers and Leads are responsible for end-to-end service. On most nights there is no dedicated host, busser, or expo. You will handle greeting, service, POS entry, running food, clearing tables, and closing duties—either solo or with one (sometimes two) other team members on shift.
About Philomena
We are locally owned and team-focused. We value consistency, accountability, and long-term crew members—not shift fillers.
If you are dependable, experienced, and ready to lead from the floor, we would like to meet you.
Please apply with resume and a brief note about your availability.
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