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FOOD RUNNER/BUSSER AT SIMONETTE RESTAURANT | PALIHOTEL CULVERY CITY
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
We're looking for a hands-on, observant runner/busser to support the dynamic team at Simonette.
ABOUT SIMONETTE RESTAURANT:
In the heart of Downtown Culver City, Simonette is an all-day restaurant and bar that combines the elegance of French cuisine with the cheerful friendliness of an American café. Located at Palihotel Culver City, Simonette is the perfect gathering spot for locals and travelers alike. The menu is hearty and simple yet refined by its French nature. It’s shared mussels and a beer at lunch, a hamburger with Dijon served with a side of French-style green beans, or pomme frites. It’s a pork chop and ratatouille served with two martinis at night. It’s utilitarian, unpretentious, and totally chic!
If you're passionate about creating memorable dining experiences, thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced restaurant environment, and find joy in providing delightful, consistent service that turns first-time visitors into regulars, we invite you to join our team at Simonette!
TASKS AT HAND:
- You’re a friendly face that enhances our guests’ experience by bringing your own flavor to the table
- Making sure guests are having a fabulous time, from the moment they arrive until it's time to say goodbye.
- Creating a warm, friendly, and laidback atmosphere that turns first-time guests into regulars.
- Learning our steps of service, products, menu, and systems inside and out.
- Working side by side with kitchen staff and servers to ensure all orders look delicious and match guest requests
- Learning the menu front to back so you can present dishes with accuracy
- The ability to explain ingredients and preparation methods for each item in a helpful and friendly manner
- Developing a sound understanding of table/seat/station numbers, proper table set ups, capacity, and hours of operation
- Delivering food and beverage items in a prompt and hospitable manner
- Active communication with servers and applicable team members of wait times and any product shortage
- Assisting servers with food and beverage service and bussing to ensure guest satisfaction
- Maintaining stock and cleanliness of stations for all meal periods with necessary equipment including silverware, linen and condiments.
- Performing any general cleaning tasks as assigned by supervisor/manager to adhere to health standards
- Performing other duties as requested, such as cleaning spills, handling guest requests, greeting and seating guests and ensuring overall guest satisfaction
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- Has a strong working knowledge of and passion for the food industry
- Displays a strong hands-on approach
- Guest service oriented
- Perform job junctions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy
- Follow directions thoroughly
- Understand guest’s service needs
- Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team
- 1-3 years of experience In a high-quality full service or fast casual environment
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
- A competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan (future you will love this one!)
- Paid time off, holiday pay, and sick pay when you’re under the weather.
- Career advancement in an organization committed to helping star employees thrive. There’s also an opportunity to expand your career trajectory as we are a fast-growing company with hotels and restaurants in multiple cities.
- Professional development that sets you up for success across multiple hospitality career paths.
- A collaborative work environment where your creative ideas can come to fruition.
- Amazing employee discounts on hotels and dining across our entire portfolio (18 hotels and more to come!)
- Hands-on training with a nimble team.
Palisociety is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Palisociety does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.
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REQUIREMENTS
- Flexible schedule – must be available to work a variety of shifts
- Ability to walk, stand, and bend continuously throughout the day, Ability to carry up to 40lbs.
MORE ABOUT US:
Palisociety is a fully integrated hospitality company that develops and operates unique hotels and residences across the country. In addition to our independent collection of hotels, we also operate Palihouses, Palihotels, and ARRIVE by Palisociety. We strive to delight and inspire our guests and local community by creating one-of-a-kind neighborhood-centric places filled with interesting people, friendly staff, and trusty service.
We’re a family business founded in Los Angeles by CEO Avi Brosh in 1998. As we continue to grow and develop new hotels and restaurants, we’re always looking for spirited, hardworking, passionate people that can join our team and grow with us!
