Restaurant Server

CSM Lodging Services Incorporated; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Courtyard by Marriott, Portland Convention Center, operated by CSM Lodging Services, is seeking a hotel restaurant server to prepare and serve food and beverages with courtesy and efficiency. The role emphasizes guest satisfaction, adherence to health and liquor laws, and accurate order taking in a fast-paced setting.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong guest service skills, experience in beverage service, and the ability to work as part of a team while maintaining a clean, safe

Qualifications

• TIPS or CARE beverage service certification desired, or the ability to obtain certification is required.
• One or more years of previous guest service experience required.
• Demonstrated exemplary customer service and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to walk continuously while prepping and delivering food and beverages.
• Must be able to speak, understand, and write English.

Responsibilities

• Anticipates and responds to guests in a friendly, positive and timely manner.
• Provides the highest quality service and establishes rapport with guests.
• Active up-selling of menu items to maximize revenue.
• Keeps a clean, safe work area and adheres to health rules and local liquor laws.
• Follows cash handling/POS procedures and cost-control measures.
• Maintains knowledge of specials and promotions and supports team operations.

Skills

Guest service

Beverage service

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Courtyard by Marriott, Portland Convention Center | CSM Lodging Services
Portland, OR 97232, USA

Description

This position is responsible for preparing and serving food and beverages to guests in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner. Adheres to all health regulations and local liquor laws. Delivers exceptional guest service and promptness to guests dining in the restaurant. Follows CSM and brand standards of quality to ensure guest satisfaction.

• Anticipates and responds to guests in a friendly, positive and timely manner.
• Provides the highest quality service and establishes appropriate rapport with all guests.
• Understands and follows CSM guest service recovery program, and suggests ideas and responds to feedback to maximize guest satisfaction scores.
• Listens attentively, takes orders accurately, and uses proper serving techniques.
• Knowledgeable about specials and promotions and actively up-sells menu items to maximize revenue potential.
• Adheres to all health regulations and local liquor laws.
• Follows all CSM cash handling/POS procedures.
• Completes all required side work including but not limited to: cleaning restaurant, server stations, coffee stations, trays and coolers; vacuuming, trash removal, and stocking of supplies.
• Follows CSM procedures when handling cash and processing financial transactions.
• Responsible for proper use of all equipment and adheres to cost controls to reduce expenses and waste.
• Dispenses/delivers food and beverages and maintains a clean and safe work area in accordance with CSM, local, state, and federal regulations.
• Follows all CSM procedures for guest/associate incidents.
• Knowledgeable of hotel emergency procedures.
• Produces required volume of work by planning, organizing and prioritizing work duties.
• Adheres to CSM attendance policy, grooming/appearance standards, general work rules and department procedures.
• Attends all required department and hotel meetings.
• Works as a team player in meeting guest needs, and actively contributes to the efforts of other departments when necessary.
• Completes all assigned duties within or outside the normal scope of responsibilities.

Competencies/Skills Required: TIPS or CARE beverage service certification desired, or the ability to obtain certification is required. Must have one or more years of previous guest service experience. Must have demonstrated exemplary customer service, attention to detail, and ability to perform job duties in a repetitious and fast paced environment. Must be able to be able to constantly be walking while prepping, and delivering food and beverage to guests. Must have the ability to speak, understand, and write English in order to meet guest’s needs.

Education: High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis throughout shift. Requires ability to complete physically demanding responsibilities such as walking, standing, carrying, and lifting continuously throughout the shift.

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