Banquet Server

Overview

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Hourly Range

$25.64

Principal Responsibilities

1. Provides world class hospitality and customer service throughout events.
2. Sets up and breaks down events including: banquet props, tables, chairs, buffets, table linen, silverware, glassware and china.
3. Replenishes food and beverage stations throughout events.
4. Executes table service meals including wine and coffee service.
5. Performs side work including: polishing silverware and glassware, filling condiments and coffee service items, assists in loading and unloading of catering trucks.
6. Cleaning dining rooms and event spaces.
7. Provide cleaning and organizational support during catered events to minimize trash and ensure buffets and beverage stations stay clean, neat and organized.
8. Communicates in an unambiguous manner customer requests to management and event leads. Provides customers with detailed and accurate information on food and beverage offerings.
9. Supports a safe work environment by following work rules and safety guidelines.
10. Supports event service and logistics needs with the support of catering management and lead staff.

Required Education and Experience

High School diploma or GED.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing in a clear, pleasant, grammatically correct and professional manner.
2. Ability to follow recipes and other detailed instructions.
3. Ability to meet and serve customers in a polite and friendly manner. Ability to work flexible schedules, as requested by the department.
4. Candidates must comply with safety and sanitation regulations as prescribed by law, and must comply with proper dress code as designated by the department.

Physical Requirements

1. Neat in appearance and work habits and comply with proper dress code as designated by the department.
2. Sustained standing. Frequent bending.
3. Moves both arms and shoulders as necessary while working with equipment and/or materials.
4. Independently moves, lifts and carries supplies, equipment, and materials weighing up to 60 pounds, from floor to waist height, and 50 pounds from floor to shoulder height.
5. Carries supplies up or down stairs if necessary.
6. Pulls and/or pushes Busco carts and/or containers etc.
7. Works in confined areas with wide temperature variations.