Banquet Server - On Call

AccorHotel • Washington, DC

31d • $11 - $12 • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Banquet Manager, the Banquet Server is responsible for offering individual warm and welcoming service by paying attention to the guests needs and looking for every opportunity to Wow and delight the guest with your knowledge and service levels. Serves meals for banquet functions.

Requirements

• Basic liquor and wine knowledge required
• Available to work varied shifts based on business demands, including but not limited to, weekends and holidays, early mornings, late evenings
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities, highly reliable and responsible
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively and collaboratively as part of a team
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• High energy level; friendly; outgoing; team player, good salesmanship
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Previous banquet serving experience is preferred.
• Minimum of one-year experience as a server in a fine dining restaurant is preferred
• ServSafe Food Handlers certification an asset

Responsibilities

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
• Assist guests regarding menu items in an informative and helpful way
• Serve all food and beverage items for assigned banquet meetings
• Have full knowledge of beverage lists and all menu items being served
• Follow department policies and procedures
• Follow established service guidelines and practices for each individual event.
• Demonstrate the expected standards of table service and wine/ beverage knowledge.
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Clears and resets tables at conclusion of each course with the needed Mise en place.
• Maintain a positive service attitude at all times and be willing to help and advise guests with all questions and requests they may have
• Available to work varied shifts based on business demands, including but not limited to, weekends and holidays
• Complete other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed