Job Information

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time06/30/2026 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time07/13/2026 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Hourly)$9.00Salary (Annually)$17,550.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State LocationSpencer, TNDepartmentEnvironment and Conservation

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT & CONSERVATION, VAN BUREN COUNTY

 This position is located at Fall Creek Falls State Park Lodge

For more information, visit the link below:
https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/environment/job-announcements-/preferred-service/00010077_tsp_lead_server_fcfsp_tdec-job-opp_ps_ua.pdf

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Experience equivalent to one year of experience of food service work.

Necessary Special Qualifications:

Applicants for this class must within 90 days of their hire date obtain:

1. TIPS or ServSafe and Alcohol

2. ServSafe Food Safety

Examination Method: Education and Experience, 100%, for Preferred Service positions.

Overview

This position involves leading daily shifts in the restaurant and serving food and beverages to guests in both the lounge and dining areas.

Responsibilities

1. Coach and train new or existing servers in restaurant service standards and catering events.
2. Assist with stocking and setting up restaurant and catering tables before each shift or function.
3. Ensure guest satisfaction by placing food and beverage orders in a timely manner.
4. Assist with pre-shift meetings to discuss shift objectives and nightly food and drink specials.
5. Suggest wine pairings to guests to complement their food selections.
6. Be familiar with locally sourced beverage offerings and can distinguish the unique nature of each product to guests.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies:
1. Customer Focus
2. Plans and Aligns
3. Directs Work
4. Instills Trust
5. Communicates Effectively

Knowledges:
1. Customer and Personal Service
2. Clerical
3. Food Production

Skills: 
1. Active Learning and Listening
2. Instructing
3. Coordination
4. Mathematics
5. Speaking

Abilities: 
1. Auditory Attention
2. Prolonged Stamina
3. Limb and/or Full Body Flexibility
4. Multilimb Coordination
5. Reaction Time

Tools & Equipment

1. Computer/ Point of Sale System/ Printer
2. Telephone
3. Small kitchen appliances
4. Bar tools and equipment