Food Attendant - Full Time - Embassy Suites Denver Downtown

The Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver Downtown and Convention Center

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The Food and Beverage Attendant is responsible for general restaurant duties, including bussing tables, stocking and distributing goods, products, trash removal, cashiering and maintaining cleanliness of service areas.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

·        Assist in the presentation of the complimentary breakfast/evening reception by obtaining supplies, clearing away dirty dishes, wiping off tables and restocking the buffet area

·        Maintain the work area, including counter tops, utensils, equipment, and refrigeration equipment in a clean and sanitary condition in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.

·        Knowledge of menus, presentation, and preparation methods

·        Ensure that all food is stored in proper containers and at proper storage and holding temperatures.

·        Work with all employees as a team to ensure smooth operation of food production.

·        Facilitate shift changes and relay any pertinent information to supervisor and/or next shift employees

·        Greets guests and ensures guests are satisfied

·        Daily and weekly inventory control

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

·        All other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES

None

BEHAVIORAL FOCUS

At Sage, we pride ourselves on the behaviors that build our culture and help associates perform in their positions. We value integrity, performance, team spirit, growth, delivering extraordinary guest experiences, and engaging in our communities. We have also outlined specific competencies that contribute to success at Sage. Please review our competency models to understand the behaviors expected of different levels in the organization (you may find these models in our learning management system).

Education/Formal Training

High school education or equivalent.

Experience

Previous experience in similar position of 3 months or longer.

Knowledge/Skills

• Must have high school graduate level mathematical aptitude, know ordering procedures and be knowledgeable of safe food handling processes.
• Must have past experience in dealing directly with the public and acquired general knowledge of basic customer service skills.
• Must be competent in oral and written English.
• Must have vision ability to read written communications and handle paperwork processing

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc. 20 -40 lbs. Pushing carts, Queen Marys, hotbox, portable bar 50 -100 lbs. Carrying trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc using both hands at 20 -40 lbs.
• Must have manual coordination to punch buttons, grasp items in hand, and to balance and carry trays loaded with food and beverages.
• Bending/kneeling: Ability to bend to lower level cabinets and lift trays.
• Mobility: Maneuver in narrow areas and between seated guests.
• Continuous standing required to service guest functions; 100% of the time scheduled.
• Climbing approximately 12 steps 20% of 8 hours.
• No driving required.
• Must have moderate comprehension and literacy to read use records and all special requests.
• Must have ability to perform multiple tasks at one time, must be able to follow verbal and written instruction, and be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to sound and sight details in crowded and noisy situations, particularly when handling multiple tasks.
• Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.

Environment

Physically strenuous: prolonged standing, walking, lifting and carrying throughout entire shift in 95% indoor environment. Going in the freezer temperatures can be -10 degrees.

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the associated with the position. May perform other duties as assigned.