Banquet Server

Inn at Laurel Point; Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Banquet Server to deliver exceptional service in a stunning waterfront setting. This role involves greeting guests with enthusiasm, serving food and beverages, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and service. You'll work closely with the Events and Culinary departments to ensure every detail is perfect, contributing to memorable experiences for guests. Flexibility in availability is key, as shifts may vary from early mornings to late nights. If you have a passion for hospitality and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Previous serving experience required, with banquet serving experience an asset.
• Must embrace the core values: Excellence, Respect, Curiosity, and Stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and serve food and beverages with attention to detail.
• Setup and tear down banquet functions efficiently.
• Ensure cleanliness of service areas and compliance with safety procedures.

Skills

Serving Standards Knowledge

Food and Wine Knowledge

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

Foodsafe Level 1 Certification

Serving It Right Certification

Job description

Summary of Position:
To represent the Inn at Laurel Point in all guest interactions as “A refined coastal experience in a waterfront city setting, guided by sincere, friendly service, to create remarkable memories.” A Banquet Server serves food and beverage to guests and provides table maintenance and room setup and tear down.

Responsibilities:

• Greet guests in a friendly, enthusiastic manner
• Serve guests food and beverage
• Setup and tear down of banquet functions in a timely manner
• Attention to detail and ensuring cleanliness of service areas
• Reading and understanding Banquet Event Orders and following every last detail
• Direct liaison with Events department and Culinary department to ensure setup of function meets standards
• Working quickly and efficiently with team members and individually
• Ensures that all safety procedures are followed when transporting equipment and reports injuries immediately to leader
• Responsible for handling of all equipment and linens and ensuring these are in proper working order, e.g. no rips or stains on linen
• Complete other duties as assigned in a timely manner
• Complies with the Inn at Laurel Point’s procedures and code of ethics

Qualifications:

• Knowledgeable of all serving standards
• Previous serving experience required
• Previous Banquet serving experience an asset
• Food and wine knowledge
• Previous bartending experience is an asset
• Foodsafe Level 1 and Serving It Right certified
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with limited supervision
• Ability to problem solve
• Team oriented
• Must be able to embrace the 4 core values of the Inn at Laurel Point: Excellence, Respect, Curiosity and Stewardship

Job Requirements:

• Must have flexible availability and transportation for shift work: from very early mornings, to very late nights (past midnight) as shifts will vary from day-to-day and week-to-week
• Must be fully available to work weekends and statutory holidays
• Must be able to lift 40lbs on a regular basis
• Must be legally permitted to work in Canada

Reports To: Events Operations Manager