POSITION SUMMARY Serve food courses and alcoholic beverages to guests. Set tables according to type of event and service standards. Answer questions on menu selections. Communicate with the kitchen regarding menu questions, the length of wait, re-cook orders, and product availability. Communicate additional meal requirements, allergies, dietary needs, and special requests to the kitchen. Record transaction in MICROS system at time of order. Check in with guests to ensure satisfaction with each food course and/or beverages. Maintain cleanliness of work areas, china, glass, etc., throughout the day. Complete closing duties, including restocking items, turning off lights, etc. Present physical and accurate check to guest and process payment. Safety and Security Report work-related accidents or other injuries immediately upon occurrence to manager/supervisor. Follow company and department safety and security policies and procedures to ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment. Identify and correct unsafe work procedures or conditions and/or report them to management and security/safety personnel. Use proper equipment, wear appropriate personal protective clothing (PPE), and employ correct lifting procedures, as necessary, to avoid injury. Follow property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters). Complete appropriate safety training and certifications to perform work tasks. Guest Relations Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner. Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible. Anticipate guests' service needs, including asking questions of guests to better understand their needs and watching/listening to guest preferences and acting on them whenever possible. Thank guests with genuine appreciation and provide a fond farewell. Actively listen and respond positively to guest questions, concerns, and requests. Engage guests in conversation regarding their stay, property services, and area attractions/offerings. Provide assistance to individuals with disabilities. Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service. Communication Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate, and professional language. Discuss work topics, activities, or problems with coworkers, supervisors, or managers discreetly and quietly, avoiding public areas of the property. Working with Others Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect. Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments. Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals. Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards. Physical Tasks Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print). Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance and objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds with assistance. Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces. Move up and down stairs and/or service ramps. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. General Food and Beverage Services Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the day, practicing clean-as-you-go procedures. Communicate additional meal requirements, allergies, dietary needs, and special requests to the kitchen. Set tables according to type of event and service standards. Follow appropriate procedures for serving alcohol. Education Grade 12 or Equivalent. Food and Beverage training – advantageous. Related Work Experience At least 6 months of experience preferred but not a requirement. Basic knowledge of food pairing. Basic knowledge of cocktails, wines and other alcoholic beverages – highly advantageous. Good understanding of customer service and the guests' journey. Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture.
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