Banquet Server

Duties/Responsibilities

• Daily set-up and breakdown of food and beverage products for catered events.
• Food preparation for daily activities and scheduled events.
• Serving food and beverage product to event participants, vendors, and host clients.
• Aid with event coordination; table set-ups, place settings, serving areas and discarded products.
• Aid with event clean up; on-site or off-site, all plates, dishes, silverware, glassware, linens, chairs, and garbage.
• Aid with moving catering products back to catering kitchen.
• Print food and product labels and signage for buffets.
• Maintain participation awareness of upcoming catering events and event orders.
• Maintain a clean and professional appearance and uniform.
• Communicate effectively with guests and managers to handle last minute requests.
• Communicate effectively with Catering Director and Chefs; assist when needed.

Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Well-organized with ability to take and place food and beverage orders accurately.
• Ability to operate point-of-sale systems.
• Must be at least sixteen years old (at least 21 years old to serve alcoholic beverages).
• Previous experience as a server preferred.
• Must successfully complete restaurant training course.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Must be able to lift, balance, and carry trays of food weighing up to 25 pounds.