Buffet Attendant

Nestled in the heart of the Short North Arts District, across from the street from the Greater Columbus Convention Center, our hotel boasts 1000 guest rooms, 72,000 square feet of event space and several unique dining experiences.

Bring your talents to the table in a creative, dynamic atmosphere, with teammates that share the same passion for hospitality!  The Gallerie Team at the Hilton Columbus Downtown is currently seeking a Part-TimeBuffet Attendant to work at our award winning property. 

Meet Gallerie Bar and Bistro, integrated within Hilton Columbus Downtown, offers classic Midwest fare, available all day long.  Visit us for any meal of the day!  Breakfast is served in our atrium area, while lunch, mid-day snacks, dinner, and drinks are offered in our bar area.

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We offer amazing benefits such as worldwide travel discounts, DailyPay, FREE parking or discounted bus pass, shift meals, paid time off starting on your first day, and much more!

What will I be doing?

A Buffet Attendant is responsible for Setting up, maintaining, and breaking down buffet or food bar. This task is to be handled in a friendly, courteous, helpful, timely and professional manner resulting in a very high level of guest satisfaction. Specifically, you would be responsible for the following:

• Replenish needed food and supplies by retrieving items from the kitchen and storerooms to ensure adequate food amounts are always maintained.
• Set up buffet food bar as instructed by manager through verbal and/or written communication.
• Recommend and describe buffet items to guests using a clear and pleasant speaking voice.
• Visually check station before, during and after shift for proper set-up, cleanliness and aesthetically appealing presentation of food bar
• Lift and place trays of food into the buffet bar efficiently and quietly and according to safety standards.

What are we looking for?

EXPERIENCE

No prior experience required. Prior hospitality experience in a high volume restaurant preferred.

GROOMING

All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (specific standards available).

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Must have basic knowledge of food preparation, service standards, guest relations and etiquette.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language sufficient to understand menus, and communicate with guests to explain menu items.
• Ability to remember, recite and promote a variety of menu items.
• Ability to transport large trays through a crowded room on a continuous basis throughout shift.
• Ability to stand and work continuously in confined areas.
• Ability to work on a variety of floor surfaces, i.e., sloped, slippery surfaces.
• Ability to perform duties under extreme temperature ranges.
• Knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation and safe work practices.

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!