Banquet Server Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and experience working in a food handling position is required.
• One year customer service experience.
• 2+ years of verifiable high-volume restaurant, fine dining, catering, country club or hotel experience.
• 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.
• Excellent customer service.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment.
• Knowledge of Set-up and break down, as well as lifting/carrying heavy trays.
• Knowledge of fine dining and proper table set up.
• Experience clearing and serving plated meals.
• Working knowledge of POS system and all equipment in the concessions area.
• Ability to speak, read and write in English.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Possess valid food handling certificate if required by state and federal regulations.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and stand for periods of time.
• Ability to work long and irregular hours, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to maintain good attendance is a condition of employment and a function of this position.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Successful completion of a background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Assist with table and banquet hall prep before the event.
• Assist with food/buffet preparation before and during the event.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of the menu and buffet items and specials.
• Ensure safe food handling guidelines are followed by self and team members.
• Arrange food on serving trays in an aesthetic manner.
• Deliver food from the kitchen and/or prep area to the banquet hall in a timely manner.
• Serve appetizers and plated dinners to guests.
• Serve both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Refill water glasses.
• Take customer questions and/or requests, assist in a timely and satisfactory manner.
• Keep the work area clean and sufficiently stocked.
• Assist with post-event clean up, inventory, food storage, and tear down.
• Work as a member of a team, communicate with staff members and supervisors to ensure an efficient work ethic and overall guest satisfaction.
• Other duties as assigned.