ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.    Is responsible for creating a memorable guest experience by providing exceptional service to all patrons. Ensures all aspects of the F&B guest experience, department programs, and policies are followed. Serves as an extension to leadership, assists management and team as needed to ensure Yaamava’ Brand Service Standards and successful daily operations.  
2.    Is responsible for addressing guest inquiries, concerns, and complaints promptly and professionally prior to getting a manager involved. Coordinates the needs of the guest to the team, kitchen staff, and other departments while escalating any guest or team members’ concerns to leadership.  
3.    Assists and confirms all appropriate side work duties are being performed during operations as necessary. Ensures assignment of team member tasks while monitoring and maintaining the cleanliness of the venue. The Lead F&B Attendant is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organization of dining areas, including tables, chairs, service stations, and front desk.  
4.    Maintains stock and inventory in all areas and aids with ordering supplies. Responsible for auditing cash register transactions to verify proper documentation of comps, voids, and discounts. Responsible for completing shift reports and team member POS resets.  
5.    Assists with communicating and administering new training material to current team members. Collaborate with management to develop and implement strategies for improving efficiency, productivity, and guest satisfaction.  Acts as a role model for team members, demonstrating professionalism and a commitment to uphold the Yaamava’ Brand Service Standards.  
6.    Executes team members uniform check and team members check out. Responsible for assisting with hosting duties, serving stations, seating rotation, and guest assistance at the Kiosks.  In certain venues, tasks may include bar set-up and beverage batching.  
7.    Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

 EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED is required. 

• Minimum two (2) years of food & beverage experience is required. 

• Minimum two (2) years of customer service experience is preferred. 

• Previous leadership training/experience is preferred. 

• Related, relevant, and/or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)

• Must be able to read, write and communicate in the English language. 

• Must be able to perform simple mathematical operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division). 

• Must be able to manage cash transactions accurately and securely. 

• Must be able to provide friendly and efficient service to guests and team members, addressing their needs and resolving issues. 

• Must be able to have clear and effective communication with guests and team members. 

• Must be able to work under pressure by staying calm and efficient during busy period(s). 

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS

• At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.

• Must obtain and maintain a current Food Handler’s card. 

• Must obtain and maintain a Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certification. 

• No Driving Responsibilities: Role does not require a driver’s license or insurance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS – ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and working environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Primary work environment is in a climate-controlled Casino & Resort setting. 

• Work requires travel to attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences. 

• Incumbents may be required to work evening, weekend and holiday shifts. 

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment. 

• Strength sufficient to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 40 pounds occasionally. 

• Sedentary work: involves sitting most of the time. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. 

• Physical activities that apply to the essential functions of the position are balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. 

• Hearing sufficient to hear conversational levels in person, via videoconference and over the telephone. 

• Speech sufficient to make oneself heard and understood in person, in front of groups, in meetings, via videoconference and over the telephone. 

• Visual acuity that meets the requirements of the position: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading and visual inspection of employees, visitors or facility. 

• Mobility sufficient to safely move in an office environment, walk, stoop, bend and kneel, and enter, exit and operate a motor vehicle in the course of travel to promotional events, meetings, conferences, trade shows and San Manuel properties. 

• Endurance sufficient to sit, walk and stand for extended periods, and maintain efficiency throughout the entire work shift and during extended work hours. 

• The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including secondhand smoke. 

Reasonable accommodation will be made in compliance with all applicable law.