Restaurant Busperson/Food Runner/Barback (Full Time) - InterContinental Houston

JOB OVERVIEW:

Assist servers in providing fast and courteous service of food and beverage to guests by clearing and setting tables and performing miscellaneous tasks. Expedite food from kitchen to customer to ensure prompt service of meals to guests. Stock and maintain adequate beverage supplies to assist the Bartender in serving customers in a prompt and satisfactory manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Clear, clean, and set tables according to established service standards.
• Clean and/or wipe down tables, chairs, walls, windows, mirror and floors of restaurant.
• Separate dirty china, glassware and silver and deliver to kitchen for cleaning.
• Perform set-up and closing side work assignments such as make coffee, fold napkins, etc. Stock service station or pantry with napkins, placemats, condiments, etc. May be required to transport linens to and from laundry.
• May routinely fill water glasses, serve non-alcoholic beverages, and assist servers by delivering items to guest tables.
• Assist the wait staff in the service of food in accordance with the established standards.
• Set up station in the kitchen.
• Deliver food from kitchen to guests table.  Place food in proper position and announce food as it is placed in front of guest, if required.
• Maintain the orderly upkeep of coolers and storage areas.
• Maintain all assigned food production service areas in an orderly manner in compliance with sanitation and health regulations.
• Stock bar area with liquor, beer, wine, non-alcoholic drinks, ice, and supplies by following established procedures.  Replenish as needed throughout shift.
• Clean beverage equipment, glasses, and service areas; assist in clearing tables and cleaning work areas.
• Assist Bartender in the preparation of garnishes and mixes.
• May set-up and replenish appetizer or “happy hour” buffet, if applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION AND REQUIREMENTS

Basic reading, writing and math skills. High school diploma or equivalent.  Some prior food service experience preferred.

This job requires ability to perform the following:

• Handling, carrying, lifting, pushing or pulling items weighing up to 50 pounds (barware, carts, boxes, bottles, etc.)
• Handling food, objects; bus tray/tub, plates, glasses, utensils, etc.
• Moving about the outlets, kitchen and other designated areas
• Bending, stooping, kneeling

Other:

• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests, wait staff, cooks, and supervisor.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often to answer guest’s questions regarding the menu.
• Basic math skills are used when performing room service duties.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.