What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Pool Server position at The Langham Hotel?
DEPARTMENT: Pool Bar
JOB TITLE: Pool Server
REPORTS TO: F&B Director
SUPERVISES: n/a
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION:
To provide the utmost in attentive and efficient service. Maintain a positive attitude and ensure our guests feel welcome and comfortable.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB DUTIES:
· Taking care of every guest as it pertains to food service.
· Knowledge of the sequence of service: Explanation of daily specials, wine order, food order, mis-en-place for table, serve appetizer, serve entrée, check with guest periodically to ensure satisfaction, dessert and coffee service, presentation of check.
· Knowledge of beverages, wines, drink recipes, basic garnishes, food service.
· Serves guests food and beverages poolside
· Removes dishes, glasses, silverware or other item from tables and countertops and takes them to the dish pit for proper sanitation
· Responsible for maintaining an organized and clean service area at all times, including set up and breakdown
· Ability to up-sell and increase check averages.
· Adheres to proper cash drop procedures and closing out daily procedure
· Remaining and being seen on the floor at all times.
· Abiding by hotel, and sanitation guidelines.
· Wipe down, set up and move, when necessary, all pool deck equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
· High intensity and a stressful environment as it pertain to cover counts.
· Must be able to carry 3 plates at a time of weights up to 15 pounds.
· Ability to remain on your feet for 7 hours
· Ability to work in high temperatures.
SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:
· Knowledge and identity of food items. Knowledge of wine, liquor and other beverage service.
· Ability to provide courteous, efficient and professional service. Greet guests with a smile. Be able to answer any questions from the guest concerning the menu, our hotel, and other outlets of the Hotel
· Must have an open and flexible schedule
· Ability to think fast, react fast, and resolve issues
· Empowerment to take problems into own hands and resolve them
· Must know your clientele and remember names and favorite foods.
EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High school diploma required.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
2 Years as a server.
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:
· Must be minimum age to serve alcohol.
· Ability to obtain any government required license or certificate.
· CPR Certification and/or First Aid Training preferred.
· Tips Training necessary, may be provided by the Hotel.
· Food handlers certification.
Pay: $18.06 - $19.06 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Referral program
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Serving: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- RBS Certificate (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $19