Banquet Server

About This Role

Working special events on the patio, racetrack apron, and banquet facility is the core of this server role. You will serve courses, respond to guest requests, and ensure a smooth dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Work special events on the patio, racetrack apron, banquet facility, etc.
• Serve courses from the banquet kitchen and service bars
• Garnish and decorate dishes
• Observe guests to respond to any additional requests and to determine when the meal has been completed
• Total bill, present check, accept payment, and make change
• Ladle soup, make salads, portion desserts, brew coffee, and perform other services as determined by establishment’s size and practices
• Clear and reset counters or tables at the conclusion of each course
• Have complete knowledge of legal drinking age and procedures
• Check for acceptable identification for guests who appear to be under 30 years of age and are attempting to consume or purchase alcoholic beverages
• Have knowledge of the effects of alcohol on the body and its ability to impair mental/physical abilities and thereby use good judgment when serving alcoholic beverages
• Perform service duties for other servers by picking up their orders when ready in the kitchen and delivering
• Check other’s tables and provide assistance as needed
• Perform side duties including rolling silverware, cleaning trays, restocking items, filling ice bins, set up, cleaning, breaking down server areas, using cleaning compounds, making coffee
• Promote superior guest service

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one month related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Important Details

• Schedule: shifts up to 8 hours or longer, if needed
• Employment type: on-call