Banquet Server - Casual (x 4 Vacancies)

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Toronto invites applications for Banquet Server - Casual (4 vacancies) at St. George Campus, Downtown Toronto. You will greet guests, serve food and drinks, and ensure events run smoothly according to the Banquet Event Orders.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, prior serving experience, strong English communication, and Smart Serve certification. This is a part-time, casual role with flexible scheduling and a pay rate of $20.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Previous serving experience preferred.
• Must be able to communicate in English (written and spoken) and possess Smart Serve certification.

Responsibilities

• Review Banquet Event Order (BEOs) 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.
• Maintaining proper dining experience, delivering items, fulfilling customer needs, removing courses, replenishing utensils, refilling glasses.
• Understands and can communicate products and services available at the Convention Centre.
• Perform cleaning tasks and breakdown of service.
• Greet all guests warmly with an appropriate greeting.
• Adhere to grooming and appearance standards consistently.
• Provide all group guests with a lasting experience of the Convention Centre with intent for return business.
• Ensure proper use, storage of all banquet equipment.
• Maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness in all areas of the Convention Centre.

Skills

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Banquet Server - Casual (x 4 Vacancies)

Date Posted: 08/31/2026

Req ID: 50034

Faculty/Division: VP-Facilities & Real Estate

Department: Food Services

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Existing Vacancy: Yes

The Banquet Server is responsible for food and drink serving duties while interacting with guests in 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`s) 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.
• Maintaining proper dining experience, delivering items, fulfilling customer needs, removing courses, replenishing utensils, refilling glasses.
• Understands and can communicate products and services available at the Convention Centre
• 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 of the Convention Centre with intent for return business.
• Ensure proper use, storage of all banquet equipment.
• Maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness in all areas of the Convention Centre.

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.

Please note

• This is for four (4) vacancies

Closing Date: 09/11/2026, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group: Hourly

Personnel Subarea:C3261Cas 89ChNt

Appointment Type: Ancillary Operations

Schedule: Part-Time, Casual, Flexible schedule required, which may include evening and weekend hours

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: $20.00 per hour

Job Category: Facilities/Ancillary Services

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

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