Banquet Server | Part-Time | Atlantic City Convention Center

Oak View Group•Atlantic City, NJ

2d•$11

About The Position

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet. Position Summary The Banquet Server is responsible serving guests in the venue dining areas and catering functions. The Banquet Server must be customer-service oriented and personable. Must be able to work in an ever- changing fast-paced environment. This role will pay an hourly rate of $11.00 and is tip eligible (per CBA). Benefits as per the union agreement. EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline About the Venue Atlantic City Convention Center & Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall is a multi-purpose facility located on the iconic Atlantic City Boardwalk and features the 141,000-square-foot main arena with a capacity of 14,770 seats as well as the 23,100-square-foot Adrian Phillips Theater with a capacity of 3,200. Constructed in 1929 as the country’s original convention center, Boardwalk Hall has dazzled guests and residents of Atlantic City.

Requirements

Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, business-like and respectful manner which focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
Ability to speak read and write in English.
Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
Possess valid food handling certificate and alcohol service permit if required by state or federal regulations.
High School diploma or equivalent GED strong preferred. Equivalent experience may be substituted.
Must be at least eighteen years of age to serve alcoholic drinks.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one (1) year of work experience in events, banquets or restaurants preferred.
Experience working in fine or large scale dining is preferred.

Responsibilities

Must demonstrate ability to read and comprehend Banquet Event Orders when setting up guest events and serving.
Responsible for serving meals to guests or replenishing food to the buffet line.
Responsible for serving beverages to guests including alcoholic beverages. Must check guest’s ID to verify minimum age requirement for the consumption of alcoholic beverages.
Must be able to carry Ten (10) meals on a tray.
Responsible for recording a client’s order and relaying the order to the kitchen. Example: Re-orders and special meal requests.
Responsible for observing guests to respond to any additional requests and determine when the meal has been completed.
Responsible for performing side work including but not limited to: refilling salt, pepper, sugar, cream, condiments and napkins.
Responsible for replacing tableware and linens as necessary.
Responsible setting up banquet functions including table décor, linens, dishware, glassware and silverware.
Maintains sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas.
Must show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.
Additional duties as assigned by your immediate supervisor and/or Ovations management staff for the successful outcome of an event or customer service situation.