Banquet Server
Olympia Hospitality · Amherst, MA · 10 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
Responsibilities
- Assist with the setup of banquet rooms and event spaces, including arranging tables, chairs, linens, place settings, and decorations according to event specifications.
- Ensure that all necessary equipment, utensils, and silverware are clean, polished, and properly arranged, and that audiovisual equipment and lighting are set up and operational.
- Greet guests warmly upon arrival, escort them to their assigned tables, and provide assistance with seating as needed.
- Take food and beverage orders from guests, using suggestive selling techniques to promote additional items or upgrades.
- Serve food and beverages to guests promptly and accurately, following established service standards and presentation guidelines.
- Anticipate guests' needs and preferences and provide personalized service and attention to ensure a memorable and enjoyable dining experience.
- Respond promptly and courteously to guest inquiries, requests, and concerns, and resolve any issues or complaints with empathy and professionalism.
- Clear tables, remove used dishes and utensils, and replenish supplies as needed throughout the event to ensure a clean and orderly dining environment.
- Assist with event breakdown and cleanup tasks, including removing linens, folding chairs, and dismantling decorations.
- Complete post-event cleaning and sanitation procedures to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in banquet areas.
Requirements
- Provide high-level customer service, communicate effectively with guests and team members, follow instructions, ability to learn quickly, pay attention to detail, and maintain composure when working under pressure.
- Serving and/or set up experience preferred; must be of legal age in order to serve alcohol, per state law.
Qualifications
Must be of legal age in order to serve alcohol, per state law.
Skills
- High-level customer service skills.
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Quick learning ability.
- Paying close attention to detail.
- Maintaining composure under pressure.
- Serving and/or set up experience preferred.
Benefits
- Health Coverage That Works for You: We contribute up to 80% toward individual health plans and offer affordable dental and vision insurance. Plus, with FSA and HSA options, you can plan for your healthcare costs your way.
- Secure Your Future: With our 401K plan and discretionary yearly match, you can build the financial future you deserve.
- Peace of Mind: We provide paid group term life insurance for select positions, 50% shared cost short-term disability, and you have the option to purchase additional employee paid life insurance.
- Time for You: Enjoy our robust PTO plan and 7 paid holidays to maintain work-life balance. Need quick access to your paycheck? Our earned wage access program has you covered!
- Additional Support: From our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to a sober support network, and our commitment to being a recovery-friendly workplace, we're here to help you thrive personally and professionally.
- Perks: Love to travel? Enjoy exclusive hotel travel discounts as a member of our team. Additional benefits may be available based on property specific locations!
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Part time position.