Why us?

The Courtyard Portland City Center and The Social Spoon Restaurant are seeking a Seasonal Part-Time Expo to join our team in serving guests with creativity and passion.

The Courtyard is a boutique hotel in downtown Portland offering guests easy access to the city’s shopping, dining, and top attractions. Those seeking a classic dining experience with modern cuisne in a welcoming and inclusive envronment will enjoiy dining in our newly rebranded restaurant, The Social Spoon .

Work where you belong!

As part of Sage Hospitality Group, we passionately strive to be the best and create excellence in everything we do. We believe in enriching lives one experience at a time. More than a slogan, we empower our employees to make positive impacts on the communities in which we live and work. By providing genuine service we build relationships with our guests and value for our shareholders, and we create unforgettable experiences.

We are looking for independent thinkers. Those who harness their entrepreneurial spirit so that it breaks preconceived notions. We’re not afraid to forge our own path. After all, it’s what industry leaders do. That’s why we welcome risk takers and creative spirits alike. No matter your daily role, Sage recognizes that your success is about more than the work you do—it’s really about who you are, which is why we invest in your personal and professional growth. We hope you consider joining us!

Job Overview

Responsible for the timely delivery of food and ensuring that plate presentations and food quality are of the highest standard possible. Responsible for communicating ticket content to chefs overseeing the restaurant pass.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the timely delivery of food and ensuring that plate presentations and food quality are of the highest standard possible.

• Maintain complete knowledge of table/seat/station numbers, room capacity, hours of operation, proper table set-up, and dress code of the restaurant.

• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies and service procedures.

• Maintain complete knowledge of all liquor brands, wines, beers, and non-alcoholic selections, glassware and garnishes in the restaurant.

• Maintain complete knowledge of all menu items, prices, preparation method/time, major ingredients, and quality standards of taste, appearance, texture, serving temperature, portion size, garnish, and method of presentation.

• Maintain complete knowledge of and strictly abide by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons, and drunk driving.

• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment, and use equipment only as intended.

• Maintain knowledge of P.O.S. and manual systems.

• Maintain complete knowledge of food allergies.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

High school education or equivalent.

Experience

Previous experience in similar position of 3 months or longer.

Knowledge/Skills

• Must have basic knowledge of restaurant operations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to satisfactorily communicate in English (speak, read, write) with guests, co-workers and management to their understanding.

• Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperation, and work with a minimum of supervision.

• Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying up to 50 lbs to include serving trays, carts, tables, chairs, and small equipment up to 75% of the time.

• Balancing, stooping kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching handling, fingering throughout the shift.

• Mobility -full range of mobility and the ability to travel up to 300 feet on a regular basis throughout the shift.

• Continuous standing -during preparation, during service hours or during expediting.

• Must have vision ability to see minute objects at arm’s length, to read meters and controls.

Environment

Physically strenuous -continual standing, walking, bending and lifting in indoor environment. Intermittent exposure to extreme heat (dishroom & kitchen) and cold (coolers & freezers).

Benefits

The Perks:

• $50 discounted Tri-Met monthly pass or monthly parking pass

• Drastically reduced hotel rates for you and your friends & family at Marriott Hotels

• Sage Restaurant Concepts discounts (The Original Dinerant, Departure, Urban Farmer)

• Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance

• Referral Bonus Eligible

At Sage we create a culture of belonging. Our team members serve with creativity, and passion. Sage associates execute unforgettable experiences and take pride in our communities. We set new standards in hospitality.

ID: 2024-24580

Position Type: Temporary Part-Time

Property : Courtyard Portland

Outlet: Not Applicable

Category: Culinary

Min: USD $20.00/Hr.

Tipped Position: Yes

Address : 550 SW Oak St

City : Portland

State : Oregon

EOE Protected Veterans/Disability