KIMPTON BANNEKER

A sophisticated hotel in the heart of downtown DC. Bridging the best of DC’s storied historic highlights and leafy residential neighborhoods, the Kimpton Banneker Hotel has one of the most enviable addresses in the District.

Get immersed in the rich legacy and urban culture of the nation’s capital at this distinctive boutique hotel. With curated artwork throughout, the Banneker offers 144 oversized guest rooms & suites, a relaxed French bistro with al fresco dining and the popular Lady Bird rooftop event venue with sweeping views of the city and White House. Hosting events in style couldn’t be easier with access to dedicated event rooms for meetings and unique space for an unforgettable social event or wedding reception.

If you think you bring the ideal blend of skills, attitude and teamwork, sprinkled with a love for DC, this could be the perfect job for you! Are you passionate and creative with a desire to grow? Let’s talk! Click here to learn more about what makes The Banneker one-of-a-kind in DC.

THE ROLE

Now hiring full-service restaurant servers for Le Sel, our French cuisine restaurant, at The Banneker in Washington, DC

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Be a part of something bigger. Join a family. Become a Hotelitarian! We’re hotel people -Hotelitarians- a team of curious, courageous thinkers and doers dedicated to helping one another thrive. At Valor, our relationships with our guests are emotional and our relationships with our Hotelitarians are cultural.
At Valor, we are Reimagining Hospitality with PRIDE, by being Passionate, Real, Inspiring, Dynamic and Excellent. Since 2012, Valor has reimagined hospitality, with our feet on the ground, our sleeves rolled up and our eyes on the details. People are at the heart of what we do. And not just any people; people who value and believe that they can make an impact regardless of how tall the task. We are obsessive about hospitality, we take accountability and initiative, we value one another, we listen and we make bold & ambitious decisions. Does this sound like you? Join our growing, global team and learn what it means to be part of Valor!

POSITION PROFILE:

Ensure that guests have an enjoyable dining experience by providing prompt and courteous food and beverage services to restaurant customers.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:

• Greet and take food and drink orders from restaurant customers, serving the orders and accommodating special needs/requests. Remains attentive to the customers throughout the entire dining experience, adhering to or exceeding service standards as established by the restaurant at all times.
• Complete all restocking and cleaning duties by performing opening and closing side-work as instructed.
• Memorize menu items, recipes and daily specials in order to answer questions and make recommendation to customers.
• Maintain cleanliness standards in restaurant, wait- station, and kitchen service area in order to have a clean, presentable and attractive facility and to satisfy state and local health board requirements.
• Control allocated guest checks by following established check-use procedures and legibly documenting all required information as the customer's order is taken and processed.
• Receive proper payment from guest and ensures accuracy of guest check and method of payment in order to safeguard customer and company.
• Attend all pre-meal and departmental meetings in person to enhance communications and gain knowledge of products, service and facility.
• Respond to customer inquiries and comments in person and on phone by providing timely and knowledgeable information to provide quality customer service.
• Present a clean and professional appearance at all times.
• Maintain a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor always. Able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.

DESIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High school education or equivalent experience.

Experience: Three - six months in a food/beverage services environment or establishment.

Skills and Abilities: Must have vision ability to clearly see detailed guest checks, computer print outs, written instructions and to observe entire restaurant in dimly lit conditions. Must have manual coordination to punch buttons, grasp items in hand, and to balance and carry trays loaded with food and beverages. Able to read, speak and understand English. Able to lift, push, carry 20 - 40 lbs. Stand continuously for long periods of time. Communicate information and hotel services to management, staff and guests.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Competitive Salary

• Daily Pay!

• Team Member Hotel Discount Program

• Uniforms Provided for most positions

• Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options

• Paid PTO beginning after ninety (90) days of employment

• 401k with employer match

• Team Member Awards and Recognition programs throughout the year

• Food and Beverage Discounts

• Tuition Reimbursement

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