On-Call Banquet Server/Bartender
About The Position
Unforgettable events are built on incredible service — and our Banquet Servers help bring those experiences to life. From weddings and galas to conferences, meetings, and celebrations, you’ll play a key role in creating seamless, elevated, and memorable events for our guests. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment, enjoys working as part of a team, and loves delivering exceptional guest experiences during special events and banquet functions. If you’re energetic, service-driven, and passionate about hospitality — we’d love to meet you.
Requirements
- Previous banquet, restaurant, hotel, catering, hospitality, food service, or customer service experience preferred.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and guest service skills with a friendly and professional attitude.
- Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced hospitality and event environment.
- Strong attention to detail, presentation, cleanliness, and operational standards.
- Ability to work flexible schedules based on event timing including evenings, weekends, holidays, and late-night functions.
- Knowledge of banquet service standards, food safety procedures, and responsible alcohol service practices preferred.
- Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and willingness to support the team wherever needed.
- A passion for hospitality, teamwork, guest engagement, and creating memorable event experiences.
Responsibilities
- Provide friendly, professional, and attentive food & beverage service during banquets, weddings, meetings, conferences, and special events.
- Set up, maintain, and break down banquet rooms, buffets, dining stations, and event spaces according to event specifications and service standards.
- Serve food and beverages efficiently while maintaining presentation, timing, and hospitality standards throughout events.
- Assist guests with requests, answer questions, and help create a welcoming and memorable event experience.
- Coordinate closely with Banquet Captains, Culinary teams, Bartenders, and Food & Beverage leadership to support seamless event execution.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization across banquet spaces, service stations, and back-of-house areas throughout events.
- Follow food safety procedures, sanitation standards, responsible alcohol service guidelines, and hotel operational policies at all times.
- Assist with buffet replenishment, tray passing, table service, beverage service, and event transitions as needed.
- Support high-volume event operations while maintaining professionalism, efficiency, and exceptional guest service.
- Help create a positive, team-oriented, and guest-focused atmosphere aligned with Sonesta’s People People culture.
- Any other duties assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- Educational Assistance
- Sonesta Hotel Discounts
- Additional Perks & Employee Discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
