[RWSHR] - Pool Server

OVERVIEW/BASIC FUNCTION: Take food and beverage orders, retrieveand serve alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages and food orders to guest tablesaccording to hotel specifications, courteously and efficiently. Collectpayments. Assist in the maintenance of the pool Cafe and bar area andequipment. Maintain luxury service standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies, service procedures and standards. * Ensure that standards are maintained at a superior level on a daily basis. * Maintain complete knowledge of table/seat/station numbers, room capacity, hours of operation, proper table set-up and dress code of the pool bar and Cafe. * Maintain complete knowledge of all menu items, prices, preparation method/time, major ingredients and quality standards of taste, appearance, texture, serving temperature, portion size, garnish and method of presentation. * Maintain complete knowledge of and strictly abide by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons and drunk driving. * Maintain complete knowledge of VIPs as determined by Hotel & Members. * Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended. * Maintain complete knowledge of P.O.S. and manual systems. * Complete opening, closing and cleaning side duties as assigned. * Take guests' food and beverage orders, utilizing suggestive selling techniques. * Input order into system and ensure transmission of food orders is verified by kitchen. * Communicate additional meal requirements and special requests to the kitchen. * Check storage areas for proper supplies, organization and cleanliness. * Open and serve wine/champagne bottles in accordance with departmental standards. Serve all food courses and non-alcoholic beverage items to the guest in accordance with departmental standards. * Anticipate guests' needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day. * Maintain positive guest relations at all times. * Be familiar with all hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately. * Handle guest complaints ensuring guest satisfaction. * Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned station and service areas. * Present guest checks and process payments through the Cashier. * Adhere to payment, cash handling and credit policies/procedures. * Collect and report tips at the end of the assigned shift. * Exhibit a friendly, helpful and courteous manner when dealing with guests and fellow employees. * All other duties as required. JOB REQUIREMENTS QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Minimum two-three years'experience as a server, preferably within a luxury hotel/fine diningestablishment. California Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Certificate &California Food Handler Card, preferred. Education: High school diploma. General Skills: Must be able to performjob functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy; prioritize,organize and follow-up; be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolvingproblems using good judgment; follow directions thoroughly; understand aguest's service needs; work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team; workwith minimal supervision; maintain confidentiality of guest information andpertinent hotel data. Ability to work in various weather conditions andtemperatures outdoors. Ability to work days, nights, weekend and holidays witha flexible schedule as needed. Technical Skills: Ability to understandguests' service needs; ability to be well organized, maintain concentration andthink clearly when providing service to guests within any given period of time;ability to focus attention on details; ability to suggestively sell restaurantmenu items, beverages and wines; ability to access and input information intoP.O.S. system; ability to maintain good coordination and timing while servingorders quickly; ability to exert physical effort in transporting food and beverageguests; ability to endure abundant physical movements throughout the workareas. Ability to stand for long and move about the area for long periods oftime. All other job duties as required. Rosewood Sand Hill provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Pay The pay scale for this position is $17.55/hour plus commissions, bonuses, upsell incentives, tips, etc. This is the pay range for this position that the Hotel reasonably expects to pay.