Bistro Server - PM - Bistro

White Lodging; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

White Lodging is seeking a friendly Bistro associate in Indianapolis to welcome guests, take orders, and deliver food and beverages efficiently. You will operate the micros POS, promote menu items, and ensure compliance with health standards while supporting team operations.

The role emphasizes guest service, timely order fulfillment, and a cooperative team mindset, with opportunities to develop hospitality skills in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Must pass certification quiz/test for position.
• Have a thorough knowledge of emergency procedures.
• Complete Chemical Training and Blood borne Pathogen Training.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and take/fulfill orders accurately using POS.
• Promote the Bistro, upsell menu items, and provide excellent service.
• Brew coffee and assist with beverage service according to recipes and local laws.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the Bistro, kitchen, and dish area.
• Assist with inventory and paperwork as needed.

Skills

Certification quiz

Emergency procedures

Chemical Training

Bloodborne Pathogen Training

Job description

Description

Summary: Enjoy advanced scheduling and the flexibility to swap or pick up shifts easily using our app—perfect for achieving better balance while pursuing your passion in the food and beverage industry!

White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is how you make people feel. That’s where you come in. You’ll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow. This position is responsible for assisting guests in the Bistro in an efficient and courteous manner. Effectively promotes the Bistro, takes orders, and prepares/delivers food and beverage orders. Adheres to all health regulations, and follows White Lodging’s high standards of quality to ensure guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Guest Service/Point of Sale: Greets all guests in a courteous and friendly manner. Accurately and quickly takes, enters, prepares and delivers guest orders according to standards. Responds to guest needs and provides the highest level of quality service. Assists other associates as needed to meet guest’s needs. Effectively operates micros operating system and cash register. Follows all cash handling/POS procedures to ensure accurate closing of all guest checks.
• Counter Sales/Food Preparation: Responsible for answering all questions about menu items, specials, and prices. Familiar with preparation methods and ingredients to meet guest’s dietary/allergy questions. Actively up-sells food and beverage items to maximize revenue. Monitors and replenishes stock of prepared menu items. Prepares all food in a timely manner, and operates the Turbo Chef according to standards.
• Barista/Beverage Duties: Brews coffee and prepares coffee/other drinks according to the specific recipes. Assists Bartender when necessary with serving alcoholic beverages, and follows local liquor laws.
• Bussing/Cleaning: Responsible for disposal of garbage, picking up trays, re-stocking dishes on the line, and clearing/wiping down tables and counter. Transfers full dish tubs to the dish room, and assists as needed with washing dishes.
• Paperwork: Completes all required paperwork in an accurately and timely manner. Assists with inventory, completes inventory par sheets, and other responsibilities as needed.
• Safety/Risk Management: Maintains a clean and safe work area, and handles all food/beverage in compliance with White Lodging, brand, local, state and federal regulations. Assists in maintaining sanitation and cleanliness of the Bistro, kitchen, and dish room. Follows all appropriate procedures for guest/associate incidents. Knowledgeable of hotel emergency procedures.
• Self-Management: Produces required volume of work by planning, organizing and prioritizing work duties. Adheres to White Lodging grooming and appearance standards, and general work rules and department procedures. Attends all required department and hotel meetings.
• Miscellaneous/Other Duties: Completes all required side work, and takes initiative to assist wherever necessary. Works as a team player and actively contributes to the success of the Bistro experience. This position also may be responsible for the set-up, maintenance, and take down of banquet areas according to function specifications. Also provides food and beverage service to clients in a business of social function in a friendly manner.

Other information

COMPETENCIES

• Job Knowledge
• Flexibility/Adaptability
• Quality of Work
• Perseverance
• Quantity of Work
• Organization Skills
• Guest Focus/Customer Service
• Effort
• Reliability/Dependability
• Judgment/Problem Solving
• Motivation/Initiative
• Cooperation/Teamwork

Skills

• Must pass certification quiz/test for position.
• Have a thorough knowledge of emergency procedures.
• Complete Chemical Training and Blood borne Pathogen Training.

Education/Experience

• None required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.