Banquet Server
Wood Dale Park District•Wood Dale, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Banquet Server is responsible for the distribution of assorted beverages and alcoholic drinks, meals, condiments and appetizers. Will also be expected to work in other Food & Beverage positions (if over the age of 21) including Bartender, Banquet Bartender, and Beverage Cart.
Requirements
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Must be a team player.
- Handle a fast-paced work environment.
- Knowledge of standard drink recipes, spirits, wine and beer.
- Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
- Able to reach and bend and occasionally lifting up to 30 lbs.
- Basic knowledge of operating a computer.
- Numeracy and cash-handling skills.
- Wear appropriate Park District Apparel
- 18 years of age
- BASSET certified or willing to obtain within 14 days of hire
- Food Handler certified or willing to obtain within 14 days of hire
- Able to work flexible schedules
Nice To Haves
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
Responsibilities
- Greet customers and maintain professional customer interaction.
- Make recommendations and answer all related inquiries.
- Check identification of customers to verify they are of legal drinking age.
- Take orders directly from customers.
- Serve food prepared by the kitchen staff.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work station and banquet room, as required by the Health Department’s policies and procedures as well as Park District policies.
- Follow all Park District and State of Illinois liquor policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Clear all tables of soiled dishes, glasses, and rubbish in a timely manner.
- Keep banquet room clean and presentable after each event.
- Perform all job task within the rules and guidelines of the Park District’s safety program.
- Respond promptly to requests from customers in a polite and professional manner.
- Attempt to limit problems related to customers’ excessive drinking by following established procedures.
- Process transactions and customer payments using the POS system.
- Comply with all health, safety and hygiene standards and policies.
- Assist other banquet servers and kitchen as needed to ensure success of banquet operations.
- Work as a team player with co-workers and in conjunction with other departments.
- Wipe down service areas and equipment and take out all trash/bottles at the end of each shift.
- Maintain a positive interaction and cooperation with Park District staff, the public and Facility patrons.
- Perform the job in compliance with Park District policies.
Benefits
- Part Time PTO – After one year of employment. Based on years of service and hours worked
- Pension plan through IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund) with employee contributions of 4.5% per check and an employer contribution between 9%-15% per check. Must average 20 hours week or more to be eligible.
- Recreational Benefits
- Pool Pass for employee only
- Dog park pass
- Discounts on recreation programs & Facility rentals
- Discounts on golf greens fees, cart rentals and 390 bay rentals
- Discounts on food purchases at Salt Creek Golf Club and 390 Golf Experience
- Seasonal Recreational Benefits
- Pool Pass for employee only
- Dog park pass
- Discounts on recreation programs & Facility rentals
- Discounts on golf greens fees, cart rentals and 390 bay rentals
- Discounts on food purchases at Salt Creek Golf Club and 390 Golf Experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
