Courtyard Austin The Domain Area - Bistro/ Barista
Address: 9409 Stonelake Blvd, Austin, TX, 78759
Compensation: $16.00/hour
Job Description:
The Bistro Attendant is responsible for providing the highest quality of service possible to guests in an efficient and courteous manner, specifically within the Bistro at the Hotel.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
- Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
- Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
- Must work well in stressful, high pressure situations.
- Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying the concerns and issues raised by co-workers and guests.
- Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions.
- Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
- Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working.
- Comply at all times with Aimbridge Hospitality standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
- Service guests with all food and beverage requirements in a warm, friendly, courteous and professional manner.
- Clear, clean and reset tables as needed.
- Preparing buffet station for food set up. Ensuring buffet is stocked with silverware, plates and glassware.
- Accommodate any special requests made by a guest or offer appropriate alternatives.
- Be familiar with the operation of the P.O.S. system.
- Greet and seat guests at appropriate tables in a timely manner.
- Ensure quality control of menus with regard to cleanliness and appearance.
- Ability to answer the telephone according to standards.
- Have a complete knowledge of standards of service for receiving a room service order.
- Have a thorough knowledge of menus and current specials in all applicable departments.
- Carry out cashiering functions in closing checks and end of shift paperwork.
- Perform opening and closing procedures, and side work duties according to station rotation assignment.
- Ensure that tables and side stands are kept stocked, tidy and clean.
- Employees must at all times be attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to guests, managers and all of their fellow employees.
- Be familiar with the organization of Aimbridge Hospitality Hotels and know the function of each department.
- Attend meetings as required by management.
- Perform any other duties as requested by management.
BENEFITS:
- Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income.
- Term Life and AD&D Insurance.
- Paid Time Off.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- 401k Retirement Plan.