Server Assistant

Job Details Job Location: AUSTIN, TX 78704 Job Shift: Day About Us At the cornerstone of Ladybird Lake and the Austin Skyline, the internationally recognized best in class Luxury Hotel Group, The Loren Hotel will bring a level of understated luxury and sophistication to Austin. With its unparalleled views of Lady Bird Lake and the Austin skyline, The Loren invites discerning residents and guests to experience the ultimate in understated luxury and curated Austin culture. Our modern hotel rooms, impeccable service, and exclusive amenities offer the perfect complement to our indoor-outdoor environment, uniquely set within Austin’s most beloved green space. We are Uncompromising by Nature We are here for those who question the ordinary.Who shun the mundane, the dull and the blunt.The risk-takers, the tree-shakers, the trail-makers.Those who believe in more, in further, and better.Who won’t settle for second, or for “good enough?” or “nearly there?”Who will get to their feet and not be shaken by doubters.Not afraid to be one of the curious minds.Who will talk of the world with elegance and charm.Knowing of its beauty, its delicate place.Yet embrace those things that bring us on.Art, food, wine, and song.Find us, united by a love for life.Its zest, its zing… its unpredictable turns.Join our commitment, our passion, and flair.Free spirits with soul. Our Full-time Eligible benefits include: Participation in 401(k) with company match of up to 4%* Medical with 0 deductible/0 co-pay options/Dental/Vision/FSA/STD/LTD/Life and AD&D/Hospital Indemnity Paid PTO Paid Holidays Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave Employee Assistance Program* Complimentary Employee Meal* Complimentary Bus Passes* 50% off Dining in Nido* Recognition Programs, Incentives and Celebrations* *Benefits available to Part time Associates Job Summary/Responsibilities The Nido Server will ensure that all guests are treated warmly and provided with luxury service in addition to making and serving drinks per The Loren standards of hospitality. Greets and takes food and drink orders from guests, serving the orders and accommodating special needs/requests. Remains attentive to the customers, adhering to or exceeding service standards as established by the restaurant at all times. Completes all restocking and cleaning duties by performing opening and closing side work as instructed. Memorizes menu items, recipes and daily specials in order to answer questions and make recommendation to customers. Maintains cleanliness standards on the pool deck, 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. Controls allocated guest checks by following established check-use procedures and legibly documenting all required information as the customer's order is taken and processed. Receives proper payment from guest and ensures accuracy of guest check and method of payment in order to safeguard customer and company. Attends all pre-meal and departmental meetings in person in order to enhance communications and gain knowledge of products, service and facility. Responds to customer inquiries and comments in person and on phone by providing timely and knowledgeable information in order to provide quality customer service. Presents a clean and professional appearance at all times. Maintains a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times. Other Responsibilities All other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by leadership. Supervisory Duties None Core Competencies Drawn from our core values, each competency is built upon a set of basic behaviors that are shared by all associates, regardless of role which include: Integrity and Respect Teamwork and Relationships Job Excellence Communication Cooperation Dependability Initiative Job Knowledge Judgement Planning & Organization Problem Solving Quality QualificationsEducation/Formal Training High school or equivalent TABC Certification Food Handler Certification Experience 1+ year restaurant service experience. Hotel luxury experience preferred. Knowledge/Skills Must have basic knowledge of customer service principles, the food server function and restaurant and kitchen operations. Must know standard cash-handling procedures. Must be fluent in oral and written English. 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. Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to minute written and verbal details, particularly when performing multiple tasks. Physical Demands Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying up to 50 lbs to include serving trays, carts, tables, chairs, and small equipment up to 75% of the time. Balancing, stooping kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching handling, fingering throughout the shift. #J-18808-Ljbffr