Banquet Server at Union League Liberty Hill

Location & Reporting

Union League Liberty Hill – 800 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444. Reports to Banquet Managers.

Summary

Provide the highest level of service to all members, clients, and guests of the Union League in a professional and courteous manner consistent with the Standard Operating Procedures. Servers are professionally trained and stay current with industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down events in a timely manner according to the Banquet Event Order (BEO).
• Establish a warm welcome with a smile and maintain a professional atmosphere by following food & beverage policies and SOPs.
• Work as part of a team to set up, serve, and break down banquet events, using correct service techniques (serve food from the left with the left hand, serve beverages from the right with the right hand, clear from the right).
• Execute a variety of banquet functions—including meetings, tastings, receptions, breakfast, lunch, brunch, and dinner—and set chafers, urns, glassware, flatware, and other props elegantly.
• Respond promptly to supervisor requests regarding special guests or last‑minute event details.
• Ensure the room is completely set 15 minutes before the start of a function.
• Assist in seating guests, including pulling chairs out.
• Provide immediate attention to guests upon seating and remain at each station to deliver attentive service throughout the meal.
• Wear full uniform (including nametags) while clocked in and out.
• Take food orders in the prescribed manner at each station.
• Refill all beverages as requested or per instructions.
• Use appropriate props and linens to accent food.
• Retrieve and store props in their proper locations after use.
• Clear soiled glasses, flatware, and chinaware, and rack them in the appropriate pantry bins.
• Complete all assigned side work at the end of each shift.
• Break down all soiled flatware, chinaware, and glassware into the correct racks or containers.
• Notify the supervisor of any member or guest complaints immediately.
• Continuously improve event‑working skills to the point of handling an event independently in an emergency.
• Wipe and sanitize all countertops at the end of each shift.
• Place linens in designated clear plastic bags, keeping whites/ivories separate from colors.
• Stock pantry dry or wet supplies according to the par list.
• Perform any other functions required by management.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40 lb.
• Bending and lifting as required.
• Standing on feet for long periods.

Mandatory Workdays (2026)

• Easter – Sunday, April 5 (All Staff)
• Spring Ball – Saturday, April 11 (All Staff)
• Mother’s Day – Sunday, May 10 (All Staff)
• Independence Day Celebration – Wednesday, July 1 (All Staff)
• Thanksgiving – Thursday, November 26 (All Staff)
• Santa & Grinch Brunch – Sunday, December 20 (All Staff)

Benefits & Compensation

• Base pay starting at $7.25 hr.
• Service charges via the banquet tip pool.
• Employee meals.
• Energetic, multi‑faceted, team‑oriented work atmosphere.
• Exposure to a national market.
• Opportunities for promotion from within.