Job Description Summary

The Busser/Food Runner is responsible for consistently delivering results that contribute to the mission and overall success of the hotel by accomplishing performance objectives covering the food service venues of the hotel. The Busser/Food Runner sets-up, services, and breaks-down the food and beverage areas where they are assigned ensuring a high level of quality, consistency and service. The Busser/Food Runner also assists the Restaurant Servers with cleanup of guest tables and restaurant area.

Job Description

Principle duties and responsibilities (Essential Functions) include:

• Key Job Functions
  
  
  • Establish service standards throughout guest experience. Ascertain guest satisfaction.
  
  
  • Assist service staff as directed by manager.
  
  
  • Supply assigned station with all items needed for daily operation.
  
  
  • Serve water, coffee, juice, and other beverages and refills.
  
  
  • Clear extra place settings at the table.
  
  
  • Maintain customer relations at the table.
  
  
  • Complete all closing side work properly.
  
  
  • Perform any duties as requested by manager.
  
  
  • Handle stress and multiple tasks (to organize service steps).
  
  
  • Maintains good interpersonal relations with guests and co-workers.
  
  
  
  


• Deliver Passionate & Engaging Service to our Guests
  
  
  • You will be passionate and truly engaged in taking care of our guests, recognizing individual guests and anticipating their unique needs in order to exceed their expectations
  
  
  • You will consistently deliver our GUEST model:
    
    
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      Greet or welcome everyone, warmly with a smile
    
    
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      Use eye and ear contact and guest's name
    
    
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      Establish/anticipate needs
    
    
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      Solve and own all requests/complaints
    
    
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      Thank everyone
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  


• Build solid relationship with your Colleagues
  • Treat colleagues with respect and dignity
  
  


• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. The employee is expected to work in other areas of the hotel when needed to assist operations to perform job duties not necessarily contained in this job description.

Qualifications and Skills

A candidate for this position must possess the following applicable knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to demonstrate and provide applicable examples to support his/her competency.

• Track record of delivering exceptional guest or client experience


• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time for training and safety purposes, and when interacting with guests and associates.


• Strong communication skills


• Appropriate professional appearance and demeanor


• Frequently standing up and moving about the facility.


• Frequently bending, climbing, kneeling, and moving about the facility.


• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 75 pounds and pushing/pulling up to approximately 300 pounds.

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Company Overview

Sonesta

Welcome to Sonesta. These three simple words could open up a whole new world to you. Each of the hotels and resorts in the Sonesta Collection provides a unique experience unrivalled in the hotel industry. Sprung from the classic hoteliers of the mid-20th century, Sonesta enjoys a rich history celebrating over 75 years in hospitality. We offer a diverse and distinctive portfolio of nearly 60 properties across three continents, each providing an authentic visit delightfully reflecting the culture and personality of its destination.

We aspire to greet every Sonesta guest with a spirit of warmth and welcome, proudly exceeding our guests' expectations. Those aspirations extend deep into the heart of our hotels - right into the lives of our employees. In fact, we consider ourselves more than a hotel management company - we're a member of the communities we serve. At our core, we celebrate the individuality of everyone who walks through our doors. For our employees, that means we ensure they develop the skills and tools they need to do their job and exceed even their own expectations. We invite you to discover what you have been missing at Sonesta. Join us - we can't wait to meet you!

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, or any other characteristics required by law.

The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance


• Health Savings Account with Company Match


• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match


• Paid Vacation and Sick Days


• Sonesta Hotel Discounts


• Educational Assistance


• Paid Parental Leave


• Company Paid Life Insurance


• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance


• Various Employee Perks and Discounts

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.