Food Runner/Steward
Company: Fairmont Washington D.C.
Location: Washington
Posted on: September 19, 2023
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Job Description:
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Job Description
If creating memories and being part of an exceptional guest
experience appeals to you, perhaps you would be interested in
joining the outstanding team of hospitality professionals at the
Fairmont Washington, D.C. Located in Washington's fashionable West
End, The Fairmont Washington, D.C. surrounds you with comfort and
luxury. The perfect hotel for either business or leisure travel,
The Fairmont Washington, D.C. offers spacious guestrooms and the
brilliant colors of nature found in the hotel's central garden
courtyard.
Reporting to the Executive Steward/Assistant Executive Steward, the
Food Runner is responsible for running prepared foods from the
kitchen to the banquet functions as well as the equipment set-up of
all banquet functions. The Food Runner is also responsible for
operating all dishwashing equipment to sanitize kitchen equipment,
dishes, pots, pans, glass, cutlery, etc when needed. The food
runner also acts as a supervisor in the absence of the Executive
Steward and Assistant Executive Steward.
Responsibilities:
-Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly,
service-oriented manner.
-Comply at all times with Fairmont standards and regulations to
encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
-Follow all sanitation standards.
-Assist with the plating of banquet meals.
-Assist with inventory counts of china, glass, silver and other
equipment.
-Wash all dishes, pots, pans, glasses and cutlery according to
Fairmont standards.
-Hand wash pots and pans as needed.
-Operate the dish machine in the prescribed manner.
-Re-stock all clean equipment, pots, pans, etc. in designated
area.
-Thoroughly clean and wash all kitchen equipment, hoods, store
rooms, hallways, dock, machines, floors, and walk-ins.
-Empty trash and wash cans.
-Report any faulty equipment immediately
-Other duties as required.
-Receive food orders from the kitchen and package them securely in
hot boxes for transportation to banquet spaces.
-With assistance from the culinary leader ensure that each hot box
contains the correct menu items, condiments, and garnishes as
specified in the orders.
-Safely transport hot boxes from the kitchen to the banquet areas,
adhering to all food safety guidelines to maintain quality and
temperature.
-Coordinate with the banquet team to execute timely and accurate
set-up of buffet stations, food displays.
-Assist in the efficient breakdown of banquet spaces post-event,
including the removal food
-Handle the careful storage and organization of equipment and
service items for future use.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
-Knowledge of all Food and Beverage is an asset
-Ability to operate, clean and maintain all equipment required in
job function.
-Ability to work flexible hours and days.
-Ability to work well under pressure of meeting production
schedules and timelines, adapt to change and perform with a high
level of energy at all times.
-Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed
and accuracy.
Physical Aspects of Position: Physical aspects of the position
include but are not limited to the following:
-Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds
of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move
objects
-Constant standing and walking throughout shift
-Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs
-Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling
-Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
Additional Information
Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status
quo!#BELIMITLESS
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO
guidelines.
Keywords: Fairmont Washington D.C., Washington DC , Food Runner/Steward, Other , Washington, DC
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