VALLEY HOTEL

Located a few short miles from downtown Birmingham, the Valley Hotel is situated in the heart of Homewood, Alabama. In this bucolic neighborhood you’ll find a friendly, walkable town steeped in southern hospitality and spirited independence. Once considered a bedroom community, Homewood is now the epicenter of a creative vortex including one-of-a-kind retail, restaurants, galleries and bars.

A Curio Collection by Hilton hotel, the Valley Hotel offers 129 spacious guest rooms and over 5,000 square feet of fantastic event space. A place for visitors and locals alike to escape the everyday. From a casual drink at the terrace bar, to an amazing dinner at Ironwood Kitchen & Cocktails or even a hand-crafted coffee from our cafe.

About The Ironwood

• Rooted in Homewood’s ironworking heritage, Ironwood blends open-flame cooking, seasonally driven Southern fare, and polished hospitality. The space pairs coal-and-copper tones with warm wood and soft lighting to create an industrial-chic dining room that feels both neighborhood-casual and hotel-refined. Situated inside the Valley Hotel Homewood (Curio Collection by Hilton), Ironwood serves locals and travelers from breakfast and brunch through dinner, plus a robust craft-cocktail program.
  • Vibe: Welcoming, design-forward, and energetic—Homewood’s social hearth for everyday meals, special occasions, and hotel guests alike.
  • Beverage: Classic-meets-modern cocktails, curated wines, and local/regional beers.
  • Cuisine: Elevated comfort food with seasonal Southern ingredients and wood-influenced flavors.           
  • Setting: ~120-seat dining room, 20-seat bar, and a ~60-seat patio; private dining for up to 16.        

If you think you bring the ideal blend of skills, attitude and teamwork, sprinkled with a love for Birmingham, this could be the perfect home for you! Are you passionate and creative with a desire to grow? Let’s talk!  Click here to learn more about what makes The Valley a one-of-a-kind in Birmingham/Homewood.

THE ROLE

Position: Food Runner / Server Assistant (FT or PT) at Ironwood, Curio by Hilton

Reports To: Restaurant Supervisor, Director of Food & Beverage, Global Director of Food & Beverage

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Valor Hospitality is a leading hotel management company that is a trend setter in the hospitality market. The company is recognized by owners, investors, developers, and guests as an innovative partner to drive revenue and increase profits.

We believe that the highest form of compliment is respect for each associate, both as an individual and as a valued part of our organization. We will do our best to encourage communication, and we will listen with an open mind to new ideas. Furthermore, we are dedicated to implementing those ideas, which will result in a higher level of productivity and professionalism. In addition, we are committed to you, and your career advancement and we will provide you the opportunity to be successful.

POSITION PROFILE:

Deliver food to guests in a friendly, professional and knowledgeable manner and act as liaison between the front of house staff and back of house staff to ensure smooth food delivery.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:

• Coordinate food orders to guarantee timely and efficient delivery to guests.
• Maintain knowledge of all ingredient details to each dish on the menu.
• Communicate clearly with the kitchen and front of house staff.
• Refill water and periodically check on guests to handle any issues promptly.
• Maintain our high food safety and sanitation standards.
• Clean and reset tables.

DESIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High school education or equivalent experience

Experience: Six months – 1 year in a food/beverage services environment or establishment

Skills and Abilities: Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment under pressure at times. Understand and be knowledgeable of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures. Must have manual coordination to punch buttons, grasp items in hand, and carry containers and trays loaded with food and liquids. Able to read, speak and understand English. Able to lift, push, carry 20 - 40 lbs. Stand continuously for long periods of time. Communicate information and hotel services to management, staff and guests.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Competitive Salary

• Daily Pay!

• Team Member Hotel Discount Program

• Uniforms Provided for most positions

• Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options

• Paid PTO

• 401k with employer match

• Food and Beverage Discounts

• Tuition Reimbursement

Please visit http://www.valorhospitality.com to learn more about our existing hotels, other exciting job opportunities and our company.