Food Server – Late Night | Live Music | High Volume
Location: Miller’s Downtown – Charlottesville, VA
Schedule: Nights & weekends required | Open until 2:00 AM nightly
Compensation
$17–$30 per hour (hourly wage + tips).
Hourly wage plus tips. Actual earnings vary based on experience, availability, shift volume, and performance. This is a high-volume restaurant with strong tip potential, especially nights and weekends.
About Miller’s Downtown
Miller’s Downtown has been open on the Downtown Mall since 1980 and is a cornerstone of Charlottesville’s live music and dining scene. We host live music every night and operate one of the highest-volume outdoor cafés on the Downtown Mall. This is a fast-paced, high-energy environment where strong service skills, awareness, and teamwork matter.
Job Summary
We’re hiring servers who can handle a busy dining room, take great care of guests, and stay composed during high-volume service. This role includes working during live music performances in a lively, sometimes loud environment. If you move quickly, communicate clearly, and don’t fold under pressure, you’ll do well here.
What You’ll Do
- Greet and take care of guests from arrival through check drop
- Take accurate food and drink orders and deliver them efficiently
- Provide menu knowledge and recommendations to enhance the guest experience
- Handle payments using POS systems, cash, and cards
- Maintain clean, organized tables and dining areas
- Communicate effectively with the kitchen, bar, and service team
- Deliver professional service during live music and high-volume shifts
- Resolve guest issues calmly and appropriately
What We’re Looking For
- Strong communication and customer-service skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Comfort working in a loud, energetic setting with live music
- Reliable availability for nights, weekends, and late-night shifts up to 2:00 AM
- Team-oriented mindset and professional attitude
- Prior serving experience is a plus, but not required
Why Work Here
- Consistent volume and strong earning potential
- Live music every night and a dynamic downtown atmosphere
- Structured sections and team support during busy service
- Clear expectations, consistent scheduling, and experienced floor management
- A long-standing restaurant with a proven operation
Work schedule
- 8 hour shift
- 10 hour shift
- Weekend availability
- On call
- Night shift
- Holidays