Bistro Server - Courtyard by Marriott

Job Details: Job Location: Courtyard by Marriott Medford - Medford, OR, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $16.04 - $16.04Hourly, Job Shift: Swing, Job Category: Food & Beverage, Unlock Your Potential at Merete! Ready for a change? Merete offers more than just a job; we provide a steppingstone to your future. With us, you’ll tackle exciting challenges and grow. See which positions are open and apply today.

We offer

Competitive Pay
Flexible Scheduling
Career Development / Advancement Opportunities
Paid Time Off
Health Benefits
Travel Industry Discounts

At Merete, we are committed to establishing a supportive and welcoming workplace environment where bias is acknowledged and overcome and where all associates feel welcomed and supported. We value and develop people from all backgrounds and, experiences, leading us to better serve our guests, associates, and community.

Merete is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or age.

RESTAURANT SERVER - DINNER

SUMMARY
Ensure prompt and courteous service of food and beverages to guests.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Have working knowledge of specials and standard menu items, their ingredients, and their prices. 
Receive and serve meal orders. 
Display knowledge of food preparation. 
Market, sell, and serve all menu items.  
Complete side work, to include stocking, filling salt & pepper shakers, folding napkins, wiping down counters and tables, etc. 
Stock areas with clean linen, glassware, and silverware. 
Respond to the needs and requests of the guests. 
Display knowledge in and follow at all times, sanitation and sanitary food handling. 
Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor to include cross-training. 
Keep work areas clean and organized. 
Report all unsafe conditions immediately. 
Regular and reliable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position.
Treating others with respect and behaving in a manner that is positive, productive and encourages teamwork at all times is an essential function of this job.

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION

Lift and carry food trays, beverage containers, glass racks, etc. average weight of 5-75lbs frequently, maximum weight frequently 100lbs. 
Standing/walking up to two miles per day on cement, tile, asphalt, and carpet. 
Reaching/overhead extension to pull items down. 
Pushing and pulling handcarts weight frequently 5-75lbs, maximum weight 100lbs. 
Repetitive motions of bending, kneeling, stooping, and twisting.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working with and exposed to fumes, chemicals, vibrations, humidity, cold, heat, dust, and noise.
Working with and around all types of kitchen equipment (e.g., oven, slicer, steamer, stock pots, fryer, stove tops, heat lamp, toaster, ).
Must adhere to the Hotel’s safety standards and procedures; hearing, eye, hand protection for equipment operation.

SUCCESS FACTORS

Effectively manage time (e.g., planning, prioritizing, delegating) 
Excellent customer service skills. 
Ability to communicate with team members effectively. 
Maintain and exceed hotel brand standards in food & beverage product and quality. 
Follow all safety procedures.
Follow all appropriate policies and procedures while constantly striving to improve all standards of operations.
Ensure prompt and courteous service to guests to ensure all guest experiences are of the highest quality.
Meet or exceed productivity standards. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Food Handlers and OLCC permit. 
Cash handling experience. 
Must pass criminal background check.

Qualifications:
Food Handlers and OLCC permit. 
Cash handling experience. 
Must pass criminal background check.