Bistro Server

Plazahotelelpaso; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Bistro Server to join their team. This role involves providing excellent food and beverage service to guests, ensuring their satisfaction while adhering to sustainability standards. You'll be responsible for taking orders, preparing food and drinks, and maintaining a clean and organized work area. If you're passionate about hospitality and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values excellence and service, and take the next step in your career with a clear growth path in the hospitality industry.

Qualifications

• Previous food and beverage experience or equivalent training required.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve food and beverages to guests while ensuring satisfaction.
• Prepare ingredients and maintain a stocked work area.
• Communicate dietary needs and special requests to the kitchen.

Skills

Customer Service

Food and Beverage Service

Cash Handling

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Opportunity: Bistro Server

Serve food and/or beverage to guests in a courteous and friendly manner and in accordance with established brand/hotel guest service and sustainability standards.

Your Growth Path

Banquet Server/Captain; Restaurant Supervisor – Restaurant Manager – Banquet Manager

Your Focus

1. Set up necessary supplies, food, and beverage at the beginning of the shift and maintain a stocked work area at all times.
2. Take orders from customers, input orders, obtain payment and provide change.
3. Communicate additional meal requirements, allergies, dietary needs, and special requests to the kitchen.
4. Prepare food, coffee and other beverages, including alcohol, when necessary.
5. Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food, when necessary.
6. Perform other food and beverage functions such as bartending and bussing in the event of staff staffing shortages or peak periods.
7. Count bank at end of shift, complete designated cashier reports, resolve any discrepancies, drop off receipts, and secure bank in accordance with established policies.
8. Clean all equipment and areas, locking equipment doors, etc.
9. Abide by state, federal and corporate requirements pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages.
10. Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
11. Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
12. Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
13. Perform other duties as requested by management.

Your Background and Skills

1. High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
2. Previous food and beverage experience or equivalent training required.

Work Environment and Context

1. Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays and weekends and alternate shifts.
2. Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 25 pounds, bending and reaching.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble - Own It