Restaurant Server (Part Time) - The Willard InterContinental Washington DC

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About us

Do you see yourself as a Restaurant Server? What's your passion? Whether you're into skydiving, scrapbooking or bird watching, at IHG we're interested in YOU. At IHG we employ people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies - people who put our guests at the heart of everything they do. And we're looking for more people like this to join our friendly and professional team.An American institution, the Willard InterContinental is located in the heart of the nation's capital on Pennsylvania Avenue, near the White House, the Smithsonian museums and the downtown business and theatre districts. With a rich historic legacy, the Willard is the Washington D.C. hotel of choice for heads of state and leaders of the world's business, cultural, social and political sectors. The hotel's 335 well appointed large guestrooms include 41 elegant suites. Dining options include the Cafe du Parc, a popular French bistro with seasonal outdoor seating, and the Occidental Grill & Seafood, traditional Afternoon Tea in Peacock Alley, the classic Round Robin Bar and 24 hour Private In-Room Dining. There is over 20,000 square feet of Conference and Banquet space and the hotel hosts events ranging from intimate meetings to luxurious weddings. The Willard InterContinental combines heritage, sustainability and luxury with contemporary comfort and the latest technology.

Your day to day

In this role you will greet all guests and take beverage and food orders in a prompt and professional manner while you prepare food and beverages for service to hotel guests and present food according to established health and presentation standards. You will clear and clean tables in a prompt and efficient manner and clean and/or wipe down tables, chairs, walls, windows, mirrors, and floors as necessary. The Server will perform side-work, and other opening or closing duties as required and ensure that wait staff stations are clean and maintained throughout shift. You may receive guest payments and process transactions as outlined in the cash and charge procedures and may assist with other duties as assigned.

What we need from you

Qualifications include some food service experience with general knowledge of restaurant operations. An alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler cards is necessary, as required by local or state government agency. You may be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. This job requires ability to perform the following: carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds, moving about the restaurant, handling food objects, plates, trays, glasses etc, bending, stooping and kneeling.

What we offer

In return we'll give you a competitive financial and benefits package which may include healthcare support, dental, vision, disability and life insurance support, and a matching 401k plan. Hotel discounts worldwide are available as well as access to a wide variety of discount programs and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself. So what's your passion? Please get in touch and tell us how you could bring your individual skills to IHG. IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans