Server Assistant

The Westin Sarasota • Sarasota, FL

2d • $14 - $14 • Onsite

About The Position

To maintain the highest standard possible for the guest by insuring quick, efficient and professional Server Assistant services.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED plus 2 years’ guest service experience or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the above skills, knowledge and ability.
• Experience: Minimum of 1-year of service in the hospitality industry. Preferably experience in a restaurant or guest service.
• Proficiency in reading and communicating in English.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal experience.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Must be able to work a variety of shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Maintain a professional business appearance, attitude and performance.
• Current certification in ServSafe or other nationally recognized Food Handler Program or able to obtain upon being hired.
• Current certification in TIPS or other nationally recognized program in the service of alcohol or able to obtain upon being hired.
• Ability to be on one’s feet for prolonged periods of time.
• Able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Must have complete knowledge of service times and menu.
• Must have complete knowledge of floor plan, table numbers and seat numbers.
• Responsible for verifying complete order on ticket to food on cold line and hot line.
• Deliver food to correct tables according to ticket, floor plan and seat numbers.
• Always inquire if additional service is needed from guest upon delivery and inform server or manager.
• Must consult with supervisor on any food delivery difficulty.
• Responsible for set-up of expo line with items specified inside work.
• Set-up and breakdown of breakfast buffet according to time allotted.
• Maintenance and replenishment of breakfast buffet items. Ensure items are full at all times, clean and presentable.
• Quickly clear dirty table settings and prepare table for resetting. Promptly and consistently reset all service ware.
• Maintain stock and cleanliness of stations for all meal periods with necessary equipment including silverware, linen and condiments.
• Serve guest with beverages, breads and butter to begin their dining experience and replenish as necessary.
• Transport all dirty tableware from dining room to dishwashing area for proper cleaning.
• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of all current and new equipment in work area.
• Cleans up spills, broken service are and attends to similar problems during service with minimal disruption to diners.
• All other tasks as assigned by your manager or Hotel management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED