Banquet Server

Raines Company; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

401K

PTO

Job summary

Raines Co. in Columbia, SC is seeking a Banquet Server to set up and serve food and beverages at banquet events, ensuring guest satisfaction and adherence to hotel standards.

The role requires welcoming guests, reading banquet orders, and coordinating with bartenders and fellow servers to deliver outstanding service. We offer medical/dental/vision benefits, a 401K, and paid time off as part of a family-oriented culture.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as server, busser, runner, host(ess).
• Understanding of banquet terminology and/or setup.
• Certifications as required by Federal, State, or Local agencies (ServSafe, TIPS).
• Minimum High school diploma, GED or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests in a friendly, courteous and attentive manner.
• Listens and responds to guest’s needs.
• Know how to read a banquet event order.
• Must be familiar with the menu and assigned function.
• Set up banquet space in accordance with banquet event order.
• Maintain clean working area.
• Serve guests according to hotel’s standards.
• Clean up banquet space after the completion of event or function.
• Ensure all banquet items are stored and put away properly and clean.
• Returns to the table throughout the guest’s visit to ask if they are satisfied, check for refills, clear items as needed from the table.
• Assist bartenders or other servers as needed.
• Performs side duties such as cleaning, rolling silverware, setting tables, sweeping, etc.
• Complies with all health and safety regulations.

Skills

Guest interaction

Food & beverage service

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ServSafe

TIPS Certification

Job description

Raines Co. - Your Future is Now!

Position Summary:

The Banquet Server is responsible for the set up and serving of food and beverages to guests at all banquet functions according to the hotel standards.

Established in 1988 as a family-owned business, we have grown into a fully integrated development, management, and investment company that develops, operates, and owns the world’s leading hotel brands as well as boutique hotels. Raines has maintained a family-oriented culture that believes in building relationships with our associates, with our partners and within the communities where we operate.

We offer comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision benefits, 401K, a generous PTO program, and the opportunity to join a winning culture recognized for rewarding our best with opportunities to advance their career within the company.

Essential Job Functions

• Greet guests in a friendly, courteous and attentive manner
• Listens and responds to guest’s needs
• Know how to read a banquet event order
• Must be familiar with the menu and assigned function
• Set up banquet space in accordance with banquet event order
• Maintain clean working area
• Serve guests according to hotel’s standards
• Clean up banquet space after the completion of event or function
• Ensure all banquet items are stored and put away properly and clean
• Returns to the table throughout the guest’s visit to ask if they are satisfied, check for refills, clear items as needed from the table
• Assist bartenders or other servers as needed
• Performs side duties such as cleaning, rolling silverware, setting tables, sweeping, etc
• Complies with all health and safety regulations

Experience And Education

• Previous experience as server, busser, runner, host(ess)
• Understanding of banquet terminology and/or setup
• Certifications as required by Federal, State, or Local agencies
• ServSafe, TIPS Certification
• Minimum High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Raines is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pre-employment background check required.

EEO/D/V