Banquet Food Server

Spire Hospitality • Bloomington, MN

2d • $11 - $17

About The Position

The Renaissance Minneapolis Bloomington Hotel is seeking a creative, skilled,
guest-focused Banquet Food Server/Banquet Set-Up to join their team of
fun-spirited team members! Must work evenings & weekends.

The 250+ room hotel, with nearly 5,000 square feet of meeting space, is
conveniently located for business and leisure travelers. Our property is just a
short drive from the world-famous Mall of America. Some of our features include
a full-service, modern American Restaurant concept featuring creatively crafted
interpretations of Food and Beverage with a Minnesota twist. Other amenities
include our indoor heated junior Olympic-sized pool, whirlpool, and 24-hour
fitness center.

SPIRE Hospitality is a management company that creates memorable guest
experiences and delivers best-in-class service at our hotels and resorts
nationwide. We ensure you have the support, tools, and opportunities to get the
job done, grow as an individual, and excel in your hospitality career.

We offer a comprehensive full-time benefits package that includes EARLY PAY OR
EARNED WAGE ACCESS (we get paid before payday) and medical, dental, and vision
benefits through UNITE HERE Local 17, Minnesota’s Hospitality Union!

Banquet Server. The Pay Range is $11.41

Banquet Set-up. Based on experience, the pay range is $15.89 -$17.00

Spire Hospitality, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals
with disabilities and veterans.

Job Overview: Set up the Banquet Room and serve food and beverages in a
friendly, courteous, and professional manner according to high-quality
standards.

Requirements

• Must have basic knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations, and etiquette.
• Knowledge of the appropriate table settings and service ware.
• Basic knowledge of the English language is sufficient to understand customers' inquiries and communicate simple instructions.
• Ability to comprehend and apply written product-labeling instructions to apply products and processes within the hotel safely.
• Ability to remember, recite, and promote various menu items.
• Ability to continuously transport up to 30 lbs. through a crowded room throughout the shift.
• Ability to operate beverage equipment, e.g., coffee maker.
• Any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Ability to obtain any government-required licenses or certificates.
• Must be flexible with scheduling for nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• CPR Certification and First Aid training are preferred.
• Previous hospitality experience preferred.
• Additional language ability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up the banquet room as instructed by the Banquet Captain, including linen, service ware, and glassware.
• Attend roll call meetings before events to learn function particulars, including guest and hotel expectations.
• Greet guests and respond to requests in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Serve the food and beverages in order and according to the banquet captain's expectations to ensure consistency throughout the banquet.
• Promptly bus dishes as guests complete each course and meal at the end of the meal or function.
• Replenish beverages as necessary and check with guests for overall satisfaction.
• Once the banquet is complete, reset the banquet room according to the Captain’s specifications to ensure its readiness for the following function.
• Perform all assigned side-work, including replenishing condiments and restocking banquet shelves with supplies.
• Perform general cleaning tasks using standard hotel cleaning products, as assigned, to adhere to health standards.
• Abide by all State, Federal, and Corporate liquor regulations about serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests.
• Flexible with scheduling to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• EARLY PAY OR EARNED WAGE ACCESS (we get paid before payday)
• medical, dental, and vision benefits through UNITE HERE Local 17, Minnesota’s Hospitality Union!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees