Brutto Americano Food Runner / Server Assist

HRI Hospitality • New Orleans, LA

8d

About The Position

At HRI Hospitality, we offer a unique perspective on hotel ownership and management. We’re here to expand the possibilities of what once was, with our history of restoring properties to their former glory as well as new build projects that become the center of their vibrant urban community, we take it to the next level. We are looking for people to join our team that share in the passion for warm welcomes and creating an unforgettable experience for our guests. With a wide array of brands in exciting locations, HRI Hospitality is the destination to set course for growing your career! Brutto Americano is an upscale Italian restaurant with a New Orleans Flair located in the Warehouse District in The Barnett Hotel. Chef Brian Burns and restaurateur Reno De Ranieri, the duo behind Costera and Osteria Lupo debuting their latest culinary venture. We are seeking thoughtful team-players to join our team. SUMMARY The Food Runner is responsible for supporting servers in carrying beverages and meal items to designated tables. Duties include communicating with Servers to determine their needs, carrying food items from the expediting counter to the right table and helping with cleanup duties after the conclusion of service to turn the table for the next guest and to assist with closing responsibilities.

Requirements

• Ability to satisfactorily communicate in verbal and written English with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding.
• Prioritize and organize work assignments, have timely follow up and execution.
• Have superb time management skills.
• Maintain complete knowledge of all hotel services/features and hours of operation.
• Other language, mathematical, and reasoning abilities as outlined below.
• Ability to comply with physical demands as outlined below.
• Knowledge and understanding of HRI Culture & initiatives.
• Must be able to maintain a flexible work schedule.
• Must be available weekends and holidays
• Ability to understand guests’ service needs & requests.
• Ability to acknowledge guests’ requests in a polite manner.
• Ability to clearly communicate in verbal and written English (additional foreign languages are encouraged and preferred).
• Ability to apply logical thinking and understanding to carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to address and solve problems involving guest and operational issues.
• Sit, walk, and stand continuously.
• Lift / carry 25lbs (frequently) and 50lbs (occasionally)
• Bend, squat, crawl, and reach above shoulder level.
• Use dominant hand coordination for simple grasping, pushing/pulling, and fine manipulation.
• May be exposed to extreme temperatures, dust, dampness, height, and moving machinery

Responsibilities

• Bring dishes to appropriate guests
• Ensure guests have appropriate utensils for each dish.
• Maintain par levels of utensils and condiments.
• Maintain current and accurate knowledge of the menu.
• Assist expo in managing completion of tickets.
• Maintain constant knowledge of each table’s progress in the sequence of service. Remain in constant communication with servers; know each server’s assigned section.
• Perform side-work as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed