Banquet Server

Njoyn; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading entertainment facility in Calgary seeks energetic and motivated Banquet Servers. This casual/on-call role is vital for providing exceptional service at various functions. Ideal candidates will have prior experience, a strong customer service focus, and require Alberta Pro Serve certification. Join a diverse workforce to enhance your food and beverage knowledge in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in a banquet environment preferred.
• Must be energetic, enthusiastic and self-motivated.
• Valid Alberta Pro Serve certification required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and tear down various functions including plated and buffet services.
• Ensure exceptional service delivery of food and beverage in a Banquet/Catering environment.
• Handle guest requests and maintain a positive attitude.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Reliability

Self-motivation

Education

Alberta Pro Serve certification

Job description

Come... Enjoy... Work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.Located on the Tsuut’ina First Nation, Grey Eagle Resort & Casino is Calgary’s number one entertainment facility.We are looking for talented, energetic and motivated individuals to join our diverse workforce!We offer competitive salaries, benefits and opportunities to grow your career.

Position Overview:

This occupation helps to build the Grey Eagle Hotel experience for our customers through a ‘customer comes first’ attitude by providing hands-on and timely quality service, exceptional value, and a superior product.
We are seeking casual/on-call Banquet Servers who are looking to expand their food and beverage knowledge.

Education and Experience:

SUMMARY OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Focus is on the set-up and tear-down of various types of functions including, but not limited to, plated, buffet, breakfast, working lunches, coffee breaks, bartending, dinner and receptions services.
• Ensure all meeting rooms are set ups are completed in full & ready 30 minutes prior to group arrival.
• Includes the moving of banquet tables, chairs, staging, cleaning of all function rooms and public areas.
• Ensure exceptional service delivery of all food and beverage services within a Banquet/Catering environment, with the potential to work in other F&B outlets.
• Provide a consistently high standard of service in an efficient and genuine manner as outlined in the banquet event order, including the handling of special meals
• Deal with guest requests/concerns while maintaining poise and a positive resolution driven attitude.
• Ensure the effective implementation of and adherence to brand standards.
• Ensures a clean, safe, hazard-free work environment.
• Ensures all equipment is in proper working order.
• Attends departmental meetings.
• Ensure all checklists are complete in a timely fashion.
• Ensure adequate stock levels and resources.
• Provide feedback on an ongoing basis.
• Uses up selling and suggestive selling approaches
• Investigates all guest inquiries in a timely fashion to provide the highest possible service
• Inspects table sections and workstations to ensure proper set-up and organization

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Minimum one year experience in a banquet environment preferred
• Must be able to lift heavy items (up to 60 lbs.)
• Must be reliable, dependable and possess the ability to work in a team environment
• Must be energetic, enthusiastic and self-motivated
• Work a variety of shifts, including weekends. Hours of work will be scheduled based on business volumes/operational demands and will vary.
• Must have a valid Alberta Pro Serve certification
PHYSICAL ABILITES:
• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 75 lbs.
• Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling and lifting
• Walking - Over 4 hrs./day
• Standing – Over 4 hrs./day
• Bending/Reaching - Over 4 hrs./day
• Pushing/Pulling - Over 4 hrs./day

We thank all applicants, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.No phone calls please.
* Priority will be given to Tsuut'ina Nation members.