Restaurant Server - The Willard InterContinental Washington

InterContinental Hotels Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a renowned establishment as a Restaurant Server, where your role is pivotal in creating unforgettable dining experiences for guests. This position involves delivering exceptional service, maintaining a clean and safe kitchen, and ensuring that every meal is memorable. You will be part of a prestigious hotel that has hosted the world's elite since 1818, offering you a unique opportunity to grow in a vibrant and inclusive environment. If you are passionate about hospitality and thrive in dynamic settings, this is the perfect role for you to showcase your skills and make a difference in guests' experiences.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to work flexible shifts.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and comply with food handling laws.

Responsibilities

• Deliver memorable dining experiences with high service standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen environment.
• Assist with kitchen duties and minimize waste.

Skills

Communication Skills

Basic Math Skills

Ability to Lift Heavy Objects

Flexibility for Shifts

Job description

Restaurant Server - The Willard InterContinental Washington

Hotel Brand: InterContinental
Location: United States, DC, Washington

Hotel: The Willard Washington D.C. (WASHA), 1401 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, 20004

IHG Hotels & Resorts is one of the largest hotel companies in the world and one of the world’s leading hotel and resort companies with a family of 19 brands. Our purpose – True Hospitality for Good – comes to life in every one of our collections.

About the hotel

The Willard InterContinental Washington, DC is one of the most iconic hotels in the Nation’s Capital. Since 1818, the Willard InterContinental Hotel has played host to the world’s social and political elite. Located in the heart of the nation's capital on Pennsylvania Avenue, the Willard continues to be the hotel of choice for heads of state and leaders of the world's business, cultural, social and political sectors.

About the Restaurant Server position

We’re searching for a new Restaurant Server confident in delivering unforgettable experiences through a warm welcome, inspired recommendations and seamless service from starter to dessert.

A little taste of your day-to-day

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

• Striving to make every meal truly memorable for our guests by serving up high standards with our signature flair
• Owning your kitchen keeping it well stocked and making sure it’s always a clean and safe place to work
• Helping with washing up and other kitchen duties when the team needs you
• Minimising waste and keeping your supervisor or duty manager in the loop about any unsafe equipment, low supplies, or safety incidents
• Taking on ad-hoc duties to keep the service running smoothly

What we need from you

• The strength to lift, push and pull big objects up to 50lbs (23 kg) which can also involve bending and kneeling
• A good grasp of reading, writing and basic maths
• The flexibility to work night, weekend, and holiday shifts
• Compliance with local laws on food handling and serving alcohol – you’ll need to be above the minimum age required and fluent in the local language
• Great communication – you’ll be warm, welcoming, and easy to talk to

What you can expect from us

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life.

The hourly pay rate for this role is $13.71. This is the starting rate we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

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