• Royal Sonesta Chicago River North, Illinois
    3 days ago

    Job Description

    We’re People People. Are you?


    We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast ).


    With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be.


    But here’s the thing—we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect—delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).


    What this role is all about


    The Food Runner supports other staff members by handling basic tasks, such as taking and delivering orders, preparing beverages. Food Runner responsibilities include setting tables, serving food orders and removing used dishes and utensils

    What you’ll be doing

    • Serve food and beverages orders, with appropriate garnishments and condiments to guests
    • Responsible for making sure all food items are served as soon as they are ready.
    • Each guest seated at a table should be served together - Timing is important.
    • Respond to questions with informed answers.
    • Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned

    Qualifications:

    • Previous customer service and some food & beverage experience required
    • Must be able to stand and exert fast-paced mobility for the entire shift.
    • Must have a good sense of balance, be able to lift, bend, kneel, stoop, push, pull and wipe.
    • Must be able to frequently lift and carry food, beverage, and other items weighing up to 50 pounds.
    • Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

    Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information

    Pay range is $14.75 to 15.75 per hour. Pay rate outlined follows contract requirements.

    Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. Employees are offered a variety of benefits including:

    •          Medical and Dental Insurance

    •          Paid Vacation and Sick Days

    •          Paid Holidays

    •          Pension

    •          Legal Services

    •          Maternity and Parental Leave

    Go Beyond @SonestaHotels

    WHO WE ARE

    We are an organization made up of people, thoughts and ideas – all working towards fulfilling our simple mission: To wow every guest, team member, partner & community we operate in by delivering quality, value & amazing hospitality.

    We will achieve our mission by being passionate about exceeding expectations - by being persistent, resilient, and constantly seeking new and creative ways to succeed.  Doing the Right Thing and Going Beyond are our principles that guide everything we do.

    We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

    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.


    Our Commitment to You


    Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.



    Before You Apply


    To be considered, please complete the full application in addition to submitting your resume. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.


    Numbers & Facts

    LocationRoyal Sonesta Chicago River North, Illinois

    Skills

    • Beveragesunmatched
    • Contract Requirementsunmatched
    • Cook Dishesunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Food Presentationunmatched
    • Food and Beverage Industryunmatched
    • Franchise Managementunmatched
    • Health Insuranceunmatched
    • Hotel Industryunmatched
    • Legalunmatched
    • Order Deliveryunmatched
    • Order Processingunmatched
    • Property Managementunmatched
    • Waitressingunmatched

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