Banquet Server | Part-Time | Hilliard Center

Oak View Group•Corpus Christi, TX

1d•$12 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

The Banquet Server provides high-quality food and beverage service at events hosted primarily in the facility’s convention center spaces. This role requires flexibility, professionalism, and strong customer service skills across a wide range of service styles from plated dinners and buffets to cocktail receptions. General duties include, but are not limited to: preparing rooms and equipment for service, handling food and beverage, ensuring guest satisfaction, and resetting the space for the next function. This role will pay an hourly rate of $12.00-$16.00 and is tip eligible Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching This position will remain open until April 17, 2026. Hilliard Center is professionally managed by Oak View Group and proudly serves as the premier entertainment hub of the Coastal Bend. The venue includes the 10,000-seat Hilliard Center Arena, designed for concerts, sporting events, family shows, and professional and amateur rodeos; Hilliard Convention Center, hosting trade shows, banquets, and community events; and the historic Selena Auditorium, a celebrated performance space. As home to TAMUCC Men’s and Women’s Basketball, the Corpus Christi IceRays, BucDays Rodeo, and the Corpus Christi Tritons, the venue welcomes hundreds of thousands of fans each year. With modern amenities, an elevated club level, and eleven luxury box suites, Hilliard Center offers the perfect setting for unforgettable live experiences — from large-scale productions to intimate gatherings.

Requirements

Ability to read and understand Banquet Event Orders, Pull Sheets, and other distributed information as it pertains to the event.
Provide fine dining-level food and beverage service to guests for all events, consistent with Hilliard Center standards of service.
Initiate and maintain friendly and professional contact with guests, ensuring that all needs are anticipated and met.
Set up and maintain both food and beverage stations in various locations throughout the building, consistent with Hilliard Center standards of service.
Maintain all event areas and front-of-house staging areas in a tidy and organized manner.
Participate in both the setup and the cleanup of food and beverage service items.
Ability to work independently during slower times
Perform safe work by helping to provide a safe and clean work environment.
Have a high level of social contact—ability to work closely with staff and deal often with patrons.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and select holidays.
Must be detail-oriented to ensure that work is accurate and complete.
Ability to multitask.
Must have a customer-focused, positive, and professional attitude.
Ability to read with oral and written communications skills in the English language.
Knowledge of basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
Must be able to stand for extended periods.
Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs
Must be punctual with consistent attendance and reliable means of transportation.
Must be able to respond to simple complaints or inquiries from customers, members of the business community, and/or regulatory agencies.
Access to a personal device for communication regarding the schedule and shift instructions.
High School diploma or equivalent GED strongly preferred. Equivalent experience may be substituted.
Minimum of one (1) year of work experience in events, banquets, or restaurants preferred.
Current TABC Certification and Food Handler’s Certificate are required or must be obtainable within 30 days of hire.
Ability to carry at least 8 entrees per tray, as well as lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects up to 30 lbs. often.
Must be at least eighteen years of age.

Responsibilities

Set up banquet rooms and event spaces according to event orders, including linens, china, and service stations
Prepare and stock service areas with necessary supplies, beverages, and equipment before events begin
Provide professional, courteous, and attentive food and beverage service to guests during events
Serve plated meals, buffets, cocktail receptions, and/or family-style service as required by the event format
Maintain cleanliness and organization of service areas throughout the event
Clear tables, refresh beverages, and reset place settings as needed during service
Follow proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures at all times
Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, supervisors, and fellow servers to ensure smooth service flow
Respond promptly and politely to guest requests and special dietary needs
Assist with breakdown and cleanup of event spaces following the conclusion of events
Safely handle and transport trays, glassware, and equipment
Adhere to uniform, grooming, and professional appearance standards
Follow all company policies, alcohol service laws, and event-specific guidelines