Catering Server I

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead by example.
• Maintain a high degree of hospitality, as well as a positive and professional demeanor at all times.
• Create high levels of morale, foster teamwork, inspire collaboration, and provide suggestions for growth to management.
• Monitor and maintain the buffet in their assigned area.
• Assist Catering Server II with all levels of service.
• Execute catered events such as live racing events, plated, buffet, stations and butler passed style of service events while under direct supervision by the Catering management team and culinary supervisory staff.
• Set-up & tear down buffets, table settings, beverage stations, chef performance stations and other service styles.
• Work closely with the culinary team to ensure food is replenished timely.
• Achieve prompt and courteous customer service to all guests throughout the day.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must have 2 years or more of experience in Catering and Events or related field; OR any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skill and abilities have been achieved.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Providing exceptional service to our guests during events.
• Willing to pitch in with other departments based on business need.
• Must be detail oriented, have strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
• Must be able to pass Canterbury Park’s pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check and verification of work history.
• Must be able to attain a Minnesota Racing Commission (MRC) license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous cash handling experience preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Maintain a flexible working schedule, which may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• While performing the essential functions of this job, this position requires frequent standing, walking, stooping, twisting, bending, pushing, pulling or climbing stairs.
• Requires doing repetitive hand and wrist movements.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.
• This position sometimes involves working outdoors in all weather conditions.