Banquet Server

Stonebridge; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Stonebridge is seeking a part-time Banquet Server at Embassy Suites Austin Central in Austin, Texas. The role involves providing high-quality food and beverage service during events while maintaining a friendly and professional atmosphere.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in banquet or restaurant service, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Flexible shifts, including nights and weekends, are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in banquet or restaurant service preferred.
• Strong customer service skills with effective communication ability.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide food and beverage service during banquet events.
• Greet guests and ensure prompt drink orders.
• Maintain high standards of food and beverage quality and service.
• Clear and reset tables efficiently.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Ability to multitask

Basic math skills

Job description

Overview

Title: Banquet Server

Location: Embassy Suites Austin Central, Austin, Texas

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Status: Part-time

Reports to: Banquet Manager

Pay Range: $18.00 / Hour

Job Summary

The Banquet Server provides food and beverage service in a friendly, professional, and efficient manner during banquet events. This role is focused on delivering high-quality service to ensure a positive experience for all guests attending dining and banquet functions.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Maintain high standards of food and beverage quality and guest service.
• Greet guests warmly and ensure prompt drink orders.
• Present the menu, answer guest questions, and make food and beverage suggestions.
• Suggest wine selections where appropriate.
• Relay orders to the kitchen and beverage services promptly.
• Observe guests to fulfill additional requests and anticipate when they have completed their meals.
• Clear and reset tables efficiently.
• Complete all assigned side work tasks during shifts.
• Maintain a clean and organized work and storage area.
• Assist with setting up, cleaning, and refreshing banquet function rooms.
• Attend department meetings and complete tasks assigned by the Banquet Manager.
• Follow all safety and sanitation guidelines, including reading and understanding MSDS.

Required Experience, Education, and Skills

• Previous experience in banquet or restaurant service preferred.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with guests.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Basic math skills for handling payments and calculating costs.

Work Environment

• Primarily an indoor environment with protection from weather conditions, though not necessarily from temperature changes.
• Requires standing and walking for extended periods during events.
• Frequent lifting and carrying of up to 20 lbs.
• Must be available to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stonebridge is committed to equal employment opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or medical condition. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled team members.