Restaurant Server

Loews Hotels, LLC.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the vibrant team at a leading hotel in Nashville as a Food Server. With a strong emphasis on guest satisfaction and teamwork, successful candidates will bring a polished service style and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy competitive wages, flexible scheduling, and various benefits including training opportunities and health benefits. Become part of a workplace recognized for its dynamic culture and Southern hospitality.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Paid vacation after 6 months

Health benefits after 60 days

401(k) with employer matching

Free onsite parking

Discounted hotel stays

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• One+ years experience as a Food Server in a high-volume, upscale environment.
• Thorough knowledge of food terminology and service techniques.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greets guests and takes orders with professionalism.
• Monitors guest needs and ensures satisfaction throughout the dining experience.
• Prepares accurate guest checks and handles cash transactions.

Skills

Guest service

Food service techniques

Sanitation standards

Computer skills

Job description

Immerse yourself in old and new Nashville at Loews Vanderbilt Hotel - your stage for exploring the vibrant city we call home. Located minutes away from some of the city's most renowned attractions, Nashville is never short on things to see and do. Welcome to our kind of Southern Hospitality.

Loews Nashville Hotel at Vanderbilt Plaza is proud to announce we've been named to the 2024 TopWorkplaces list! If you're looking for a work environment that is genuinely Nashville, and soulfully inspired the Loews Nashville Hotel at Vanderbilt Plaza on West End is the perfect place for you! Join our family of team members to be a part of a dynamic work culture and enjoy these amazing at work perks:

Competitive wages

Paid vacation after 6 months of employment

Paid sick time and holiday pay

Health & well-being benefits after 60 days of employment

401(k) with employer matching

Free onsite parking and discounted bus passes

Complimentary meals

Discounted hotel stays

Career development programs and tuition reimbursement

Community volunteer opportunities

Job Specific

• Maintains current knowledge of all menu offerings, to include ingredients, preparation method and time required, presentation and appearance

• Sets up assigned station with all required supplies, "Mis en Place"

• Greets guests in a polite professional manner according to Loews standards

• Suggestively sells menu items to guests so as to enhance the dining experience

• Records all aspects of guests order accurately and enters guest orders into POS terminal

• Coordinates placement of order so that the timing of preparation and delivery flows consistently throughout entire meal

• Monitors preparation of individual courses to ensure proper flow

• Inspects presentation of all food items to ensure that a quality product is delivered to the guests as ordered

• Serves all food and beverage items professionally, according to Loews Standards

• Monitors guests at all times, anticipates needs, responds to requests, ensures satisfaction

• Prepares and presents accurate, complete guest check

• Collects monies due and or applies charges to guest account using POS terminal

• Completes end of shift revenue report and cash deposit

• Performs all side work duties as assigned by manager/supervisor

• Other duties as assigned

General

• Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times

• Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or unusual matters of significance

• Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow team members

• Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards

• Complies with required safety regulations and procedures

• Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions

• Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area

• Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules

• Recycles whenever possible

• Remains current with hotel information and changes

• Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards

Qualifications

• One + years experience as a Food Server in high volume, upscale Hotel or Restaurant environment

• Thorough knowledge of food terminology, food service techniques and sanitation standards

• Exceptional guest service skills

• Basic computer skills

• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, bend and lift trays weighing up to 35 pounds repetitively during entire shift

• Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays