In-Room Dining Attendant - Ritz-Carlton

Iconic architecture, a thriving culinary scene, beautifully landscaped public spaces and an array of museums are just part of what draws visitors to the Windy City. At The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago, a luxury hotel set atop Water Tower Place in the historic Gold Coast, guests will have every chance to explore the city, from shopping along Michigan Avenue to viewing famous works at the Art Institute.

Yet with our hotel’s spa, rooftop lounge, locally inspired restaurant, indoor lap pool and spacious accommodations overlooking the city, guests may not want to leave the premises.

The Ladies & Gentlemen in In-Room Dining are dedicated to creating personalized and memorable dining experiences in the comfort and privacy of our guests’ rooms. As an In-Room Dining Server, you will provide attentive, professional and discreet food and beverage service while anticipating the expressed and unexpressed wishes and needs of our guests. You will accurately deliver and present orders, explain menu selections when appropriate, ensure each detail of the dining experience is executed flawlessly, and respond to guest requests with genuine care and professionalism.

Through your knowledge, attention to detail and commitment to personalized service, you will create an effortless dining experience that exceeds expectations and builds lasting relationships with our guests.

Recognized as "the gold standard" of hospitality, The Ritz-Carlton selects only the most passionate and skilled hospitality professionals. As one of our Ladies and Gentlemen, you will reflect the values that make us the world’s finest luxury brand. Here, in a diverse environment where individual aspirations are fulfilled and quality of life is enhanced, you will be inspired to work alongside your fellow employees to bring special moments to life for our guests and each other.

Through your professionalism, warmth and dedication to excellence, you will help create unforgettable dining experiences and deliver the legendary service that defines The Ritz-Carlton.

Responsible for set‑up, delivery, and retrieval of food and beverage orders to guest rooms and hospitality suites while ensuring quality service, guest satisfaction and the achievement/maintenance of company standards and profit maximization.

• Set‑up and deliver all food and beverage orders in accordance with established guidelines, procedures and policies as prescribed by company standards.
• Conduct floor sweeps and retrieve all food and beverage trays in order to maintain established sanitation guidelines.
• Set‑up and deliver all VIP amenities.
• Service all hospitality suites in accordance with BEO and established policy and procedures.
• Complete all shift sidework as outlined in the hotel's operating policies and procedures.
• Respond to customer needs, issues, comments and problems to ensure a quality experience and enhance future sales.
• Report all communications to immediate shift supervisor.
• Perform all cash handling responsibilities in accordance with company policies and procedures.

High school education or equivalent.

Previous experience in similar position of 6 months or longer.

• Must have basic knowledge of customer service principles, the food server function and restaurant and kitchen operations.
• Must know standard cash-handling procedures.
• Must be fluent in oral and written English.
• Must have vision ability to clearly see detailed guest checks, computer print outs, written instructions and to observe entire restaurant in dimly lit conditions.
• Must have manual coordination to punch buttons, grasp items in hand, and to balance and carry trays loaded with food and beverages.

• Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying up to 50 lbs to include…