Busperson Runner - Hilton Portland Downtown

Waldorf Astoria Kuwait • Portland, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Busperson Runner is responsible for assisting servers with food and beverage service to ensure guest satisfaction. This role involves preparing and collecting items for multiple orders, serving beverages, and handling cashier duties. The position also requires maintaining cleanliness and organization of service areas and restocking supplies.

Requirements

• Ability to speak, write and read in English.
• Six (6) months’ customer service experience.
• Six (6) months food and beverage knowledge.
• Must have basic knowledge on food and beverage preparations, service standards, Hilton quality assurance standards, guest relations etiquette.
• Knowledge of the appropriate table settings, service ware and menu items.
• Ability to read, speak and write the English language in order to communicate with guest.
• Ability to grasp, lift, carry or otherwise transport up to 50 lbs. on a continuous basis.
• Ability to move or push goods on hand cart weighing up to 100 or more lbs.
• Ability to operate coffee brewers, tea brewers, panini pressers and toast equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Flexible scheduling availability.

Responsibilities

• Uses POS system to create checks for sales in the store. Performs cashier duties.
• Prepares and collects items for multiple orders according to prescribed standards and in anticipation of incoming orders including retrieving condiments, paper supplies etc. Serves guests with beverages and replenish as necessary. Assist server with food and beverage service to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Carries bags up to 30 lbs. and delivers orders to guests in a friendly and courteous manner to ensure guest satisfaction. Presents tallied check to guests.
• Transport all dirty tableware from dining room to dishwashing area for proper cleaning.
• Assembles food orders, visually inspecting to ensure completeness i.e. food, beverages, condiments and paper products.
• Cleans restocks storage areas, rotates and maintains appropriate inventory levels of necessary items. Returns condiments and other equipment to proper storage areas.
• Respond to guest questions. Provide guest assistance, direction and information as requested.
• Handles financial transactions accurately. Takes food and beverage order and inputs into POS systems in accordance with established procedures.
• Report all suspicious persons or activities, hazardous conditions, etc. to safety/security department.
• Side work requirements for position to include but not limited to: Mise-en-place of all items, including paper, plastic, china, silverware and glasses for the Grab and Go and executive lounge areas paper and plastic items (i.e.: cups, cutleries), Mise-en-place place of delivery items (bags, napkins, cart), Mise-en-place of condiments, Mise-en-place of amenity items (traditional style), Daily requisitions based on inventory, Taking inventory with inventory sheet by area, Set up order bags including all items needed (beverages, soup, condiments, pre-packed items, etc.), except items being cooked a la minute and coming from the kitchen., Retrieving food from the kitchen once ready, Check orders for accuracy before delivery, Delivering orders to rooms or to guests that pick up, Delivering amenities (when needed), Picking up amenity supplies after use from guestrooms (as needed), Covering for other stations during co-worker’s break (as needed), Maintain the fridges stocked with beverages and all needed supplies, Report guest concerns and contact manager for follow-up.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization standards for each station and all guest service areas including seating areas where guests may consume F&B.
• Performs any general cleaning tasks using standard hotel cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards.

Benefits

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
• Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
• Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed