Banquet Server

Prairie Meadows; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Meadows in Altoona, IA seeks banquet servers for flexible, tip-based pay. Earn $38–$40 per hour including tips, with opportunities for daily, weekly, or biweekly payout.

No previous banquet experience required, training provided, and a focus on delivering outstanding guest service. Responsibilities include serving food and beverages, assisting with setup/teardown of banquet equipment, and ensuring a clean, organized dining area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous server experience is a plus but not required.
• Excellent people skills and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Serve food and beverages promptly and professionally.
• Assist with setup and teardown of banquet equipment.
• Maintain a neat, clean atmosphere in dining areas.
• Read and follow Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) to meet contract requirements.
• Address guest requests and refill water as needed.
• Adhere to safety, sanitation, and alcohol policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Job description

$8.90/hour Get paid when you need it – daily, weekly or biweekly!

($38.00-$40.00/hour including tips) **tips are not guaranteed

Are you seeking a job that creates a great work-life balance and puts money in your pocket? Our banquet server positions offer a flexible schedule with many opportunities to make excellent tips. Work with a diverse, top-notch group of people that will provide the training you need to succeed.

Here’s what you’d be responsible for:

• Serving food and beverages in a prompt and professional manner.
• Assisting in the set up and tear down of banquet-related equipment such as tables and table settings.
• Maintaining a neat and clean atmosphere.
• Reading Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and ensuring all contract requirements are met prior to the start of the event.
• Being attentive and removing plates once guest is finished, refilling water glasses as needed, and addressing any other guest requests.
• Adhering to safety, sanitation, and alcohol control policies.
• Performing other related duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Previous server experience a plus but not required. Excellent people skills required. Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Long periods of standing and walking. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and push a cart that weighs up to 150 lbs. Weekend, holiday, and varied hours may apply.