Job Description
The Private Dining Server is responsible for providing the highest quality of service to guests in an attentive, courteous, and efficient manner. He/she is also responsible for setting up and delivering guests orders and requests.
- Employees must at all times be attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, managers and fellow employees.
- Have a thorough knowledge of menus and current specials in applicable outlets.
- Service guests with all food and beverage requirements in an attentive, courteous, and efficient manner.
- Work in a tidy and organized manner.
- Some instances may require cash handling.
- Perform opening and closing procedures and side-work duties according to station rotation assignment and established checklist.
- Ensure that all Private Dining equipment is well maintained.
- Service guests to the standard Private Dining steps of service.
- Breakdown Private Dining tables and linen in the dish room according to established standards.
- Be familiar with fire extinguishers, locations and know how to use them.
- Receive and deliver food and beverage orders and while offering a distinctive dining experience.
- Submit daily requisitions of items needed for the operation.
- Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
- 2 years food and beverage serving and/or related food and beverage experience at a luxury hotel or restaurant.
Physical Requirements:
- Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
- Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and /or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
- Ability to stand for the entire shift.
- Must be able to maneuver and travel with an Private Dining table or service tray.
- Available to work AM, PM, Weekends and Holidays.
General Requirements:
- Must be able to effectively communicate, both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
- Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
- Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
- Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
- Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
- Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Raffles Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
- Comply with Raffles Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
- Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
- Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
- Must be able to understand and apply com
- Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
- Must be able to cross-train in other hotel related areas.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
- Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
- Maintain a friendly and warm demeanor at all times.
- Hourly Wage: Intro rate at $16.68 - wage after 90-dayprobationary period at $18.54
- Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family.
- Excellent Company benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
- Personalized development opportunities across Accor's extensive brand portfolio.
- Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities