Banquet - Server

Fair Oaks Farms; Fair Oaks (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Fair Oaks Farms is seeking banquet servers to guest at special events. Duties include setting up banquet rooms, serving courses, and ensuring high-quality presentation.

Must be comfortable on your feet for hours, work well with a team, and maintain a friendly, professional demeanor. Qualifications include being 19+, able to stand, lift up to 30 pounds, and having a liquor permit and SERV Safe certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Liquor permit required for 19+.
• Alcohol SERV Safe certification required for 19+.

Responsibilities

• Set up banquet rooms with linen, service ware and glassware.
• Assist with food preparation before and during the event.
• Ensure food and beverages are delivered promptly and presented well.
• Serve courses to guests per supervisor's directions.
• Replenish beverages and check guest satisfaction.
• Observe guests and respond to any needs or requests.
• Assist with post-event cleanup, inventory, and tear down.
• Comply with all state, federal, and company alcohol policies.

Skills

Stamina

Mobility

Communication

Uniform policy compliance

Reliable transportation

Guest service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Liquor permit

Alcohol SERV Safe certification

Job description

Reports to:General Manager, Banquet Manager, Assigned Captains

Position Summary

Responsibilities include distributing different kinds of food to guests at special events. Dishes may include passed appetizers where you walk the floor throughout the night, or you may bring various courses to tables in a more formal meal event. Servers must have a friendly and professional demeanor, work well on a team, and be comfortable on their feet for several hours at a time in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Set up banquet rooms as instructed by Supervisor to include linen, service ware and glassware
• Assist with food preparation before and during the event.
• Ensures that all food and beverages delivered and served are served promptly, garnished correctly, and meet the quality and presentation standards.
• Serve the food and/or beverage in the order and to the expectation of the Supervisor to ensure consistency throughout the banquet. Promptly remove dishes as guests complete each course and/or meal at the end of the meal or function.
• Replenish beverages as necessary, and check with guests for overall satisfaction.
• Closely observe guests to ensure that they are satisfied with food, beverages, and service; immediately recognize and respond to any guest's needs and/or requests.
• Assist with post-event clean up, inventory, food storage, and tear down to ensure the readiness of the room for the following function.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management.
• Abide by all State, Federal and Company requirements pertaining to alcoholic beverages

Job Requirements

• At least 19 years old and be available to work weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to stand and walk for several hours at a time and lift up to 30 pounds.
• Reliable transportation.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Cleanliness: Being clean and neat when serving food and drinks will help create a great first impression to customers.
• Follow uniform policy, including wine key and non-slip shoes.
• Having certifications and permits on you, always.

Education/Certification/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Liquor permit required for 19 years of age and older.
• Alcohol SERV Safe required for 19 years of age and older.