Banquet Server- Casual (5)

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university in Toronto seeks a Banquet Server responsible for serving food and drinks during events. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, previous serving experience, and excellent communication skills. The role requires flexibility with evening and weekend hours, offering a pay of $19.00 per hour. This position is perfect for those who excel in a fast-paced service environment.

Qualifications

• Previous serving experience.
• Must speak English and be able to write in English.
• Smart Serve certification.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for food and drink serving duties while interacting with guests positively.
• Review Banquet Event Order (BEO) to ensure rooms are set as contracted.
• Set up for events and maintain proper dining experience.

Skills

Excellent oral communication skills

Positive interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Description

The Banquet Server is responsible for food and drink serving duties while interacting with guests in a positive, friendly, and efficient manner. Pillars for this position include tact, diplomacy, attention to detail, accuracy, and integrity.

Typical Duties

• Review Banquet Event Order (BEO) at the beginning of each shift to ensure rooms are set as contracted.
• Set up for events by putting out place settings, arranging table placement, and setting up a buffet.
• Maintain proper dining experience, delivering items, fulfilling customer needs, removing courses, replenishing utensils, refilling glasses.
• Understand and communicate products and services available.
• Perform cleaning tasks and breakdown of service.
• Communicate any areas of need, problems, and concerns from guests to Banquet Supervisor.
• Greet all guests warmly with an appropriate greeting.
• Adhere to grooming and appearance standards consistently.
• Provide all group guests with a lasting experience with intent for return business.
• Ensure proper use and storage of all banquet equipment.
• Maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness in all areas.

Qualifications

Education

• High School diploma or GED.

Experience

• Previous serving experience.

Other

• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Positive interpersonal skills.
• Must speak English and be able to write in English.
• Smart Serve certification.

Job Details

Department: Food Services
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Employee Group: Hourly
Appointment Type: Ancillary Operations
Schedule: Casual, Flexible schedule required, which may include evening and weekend hours
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: $19.00 per hour
Job Category: Facilities/Ancilliary Services
Closing Date: 11/07/2025, 11:59PM ET