Banquet Server
About The Position
Laurel Oak Country Club is seeking dependable, energetic Banquet Servers to join its Food & Beverage team. The role performs food and drink serving duties at dinners and special events, interacting with guests in a positive, friendly, and efficient manner. Work is primarily indoors with some outdoor exposure. The position is hourly and non-exempt, with part-time seasonal opportunities available from October through May; working hours are according to shift assignments. The hourly pay is $20. The position reports to the Dining Room Manager and has no direct reports. Laurel Oak Country Club is a family-oriented private club in Sarasota, Florida, with golf, dining, social, and recreational amenities. Its culture emphasizes teamwork, respect, exceptional experiences, and a rewarding workplace with a healthy work-life balance. The server must provide their own uniform: a white tuxedo shirt, black bow tie, black pants, black socks, and black shoes, unless otherwise instructed by the Dining Room Manager. Work may involve exposure to sharp and rapidly moving equipment, sharp utensils, harmful chemicals, and flying golf balls. The role requires moderate physical work, including lifting up to 40 pounds and frequently lifting up to 30 pounds, as well as bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, standing, pushing, lifting, and grasping for up to five hours without sitting. Ladder use and access to elevated or restricted areas are subject to specified safety restrictions.
Requirements
- Previous waitress, waiter, or banquet server experience is required.
- Excellent oral communication and listening skills.
- Ability to follow directions.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Must provide the required uniform: white tuxedo shirt, black bow tie, black pants, black socks, and black shoes, unless otherwise instructed by the Dining Room Manager.
- Ability to perform moderate physical work, lift up to 40 pounds and frequently lift up to 30 pounds, and perform bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, standing, pushing, lifting, and grasping for up to five hours without sitting.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Set up events by arranging tablecloths and place settings, positioning tables, and setting up buffets.
- Carry plates of food on trays and serve guests.
- Keep glasses filled, remove each round of plates, and replenish utensils.
- Perform cleaning tasks and break down service.
- Maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness.
- Adhere to grooming and appearance standards.
- Perform other job-related duties as requested.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
