Job Description
Job Description
Located in the picturesque town of Washington, Virginia.
30 minutes from Culpeper, Front Royal, and Warrenton, Virginia
40 minutes from Gainesville and Stephen City, Virginia
Just a bit over an hour from Reston and Loudoun County, Virginia
Patty O's Café & Bakery is a new restaurant by Patrick OConnell, the award-winning chef and proprietor of The Inn at Little Washington. Slated to open in the fall of 2021, Patty O's will feature American classics inspired by Chef O Connells childhood, as well as, magical dream-like murals, incredible handcrafted cocktails, wine, beer, and a grab and go bakery of delightful French inspired pastries; there will be something for everyone.
Why join our team : We offer :
- Health, vision and dental insurance (full time employees)
- Paid time off (Full time employees)
- 401(k) retirement plan with match
- On-the-job training
- Employee education allowance
- Advancement potential
- Flexible schedules
- Employee appreciation events
- Complimentary uniforms
- Delicious family meals daily prepared by the chefs
- Referral bonuses
- Competitive pay
Come be a part of history and the legacy of the first ever Patty O's Cafe & Bakery!
SUMMARY
Participate in daily Front of House operations to deliver a casual, comfortable yet sophisticated experience to all guests. Maintain all aspects of the service areas and dining room. Serves as the ambassador of the establishment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Able to execute the mechanics and standards of serviceMaintains organized workstations during serviceDemonstrates knowledge of basic dining room standards and etiquetteIs conscious of time-management and order-of-operation skillsAble to confidently speak about The Inn at Little WashingtonExtensive beverage knowledge; BTGs, house cocktails, beerExtensive knowledge of all food items on menuExhibits anticipatory serviceKnowledge of entry level resort-suite functionsFull understanding of all billing requirements; splitting checks, discounts, room charges, and transferring checksAble to execute tableside Caesar Salad presentationWill regularly update guest profile in Tock to build the databaseAble to enter orders correctly and efficientlyIs directly responsible for the section before and during serviceKnowledgeable of The Forbes 5-Star standardsCommunicates to the kitchen with the needs of the sectionQUALIFICATIONS
Required
Excellent communication skillsPrior fine dining experienceMust be at least 18 years of ageMust be well-groomed and well-presentedMust have reliable transportationIntermediate wine knowledgeDesirable
Familiarity with Forbes StandardsAbility to communicate in a language other than English, preferably Spanish or FrenchCertification in alcohol awareness programCertification in CPRPrior experience with Resortsuite and TockAdvanced wine knowledgeSKILLS
Ability to communicate in English both orally and in writingStrong interpersonal communication skills both verbal and writtenMust always be organized and maintain cleanliness of workstationAbility to speak using clear and professional languageAbility to multi-task in a fast-paced environmentAbility to assist guests with questions about the property, history, andsurrounding areas
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to lift 30+ lbs.Able to stand, bend and walk for long periods of timeFrequent or occasional need to perform the following physical activities : reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting and climbingThe Inn at Little Washington is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws