Banquet Server

Sheraton Flowood The Refuge Hotel & Conference Center; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

On Demand Pay

Pet Insurance

401k Plan

Hotel discounts

Shoes for Crews

Job summary

Waterford Hotel Group is seeking a Banquet Server to assist with event setup and service at the Waterford Health and Wellness venue. You will greet guests, take seats, refresh beverages, and relay special orders to the kitchen.

Prior banquet service is preferred but training is available. This role requires punctuality, a friendly demeanor, teamwork, and the ability to stand for long periods in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• A keen eye for detail, time management and great customer service skills.
• Pleasant and friendly demeanor.
• Able to work as a team and independently.
• Flexible working hours.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision while meeting high-performance standards.
• Ability to pass a background check

Responsibilities

• Greeting each guest as the enter the venue to assist with finding their seat/place.
• Assist in the preparation and the end of the banquet event.
• Banquet service experience is preferred but not required we will train the right person.
• Ability to read and understand the Banquet Event Order.
• Support other staff members.
• Respond to the guest in a professional and timely manner.
• Able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Customer service

Job description

ABOUT US

At Waterford Hotel Group we pride ourselves on cultivating a workplace that feels like home and brings out the best in you, each and every day. We will celebrate your successes, appreciate your strengths, and offer an environment where each of us can truly be ourselves. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, a tight-knit and supportive work environment, plus numerous opportunities for professional development and advancement. Come for a JOB, stay for a CAREER.

Banquet Server

Overview:

Activities of the banquet server is to set the tables per the banquet event order (BEO). During a business meeting you would be asked to refresh waters, coffee, or light snacks. While a social event is going on the server will serve food and beverages or refreshing the buffet to accommodate the guests. See to the comfort of guests by answering questions, taking orders and relay important special orders and allergies to the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Greeting each guest as the enter the venue to assist with finding their seat/place.


• Assist in the preparation and the end of the banquet event.


• Banquet service experience is preferred but not required we will train the right person.


• Ability to read and understand the Banquet Event Order.

• Support other staff members.


• Respond to the guest in a professional and timely manner.


• Able to stand and walk for long periods of time.


• Maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.

Job Requirements

If you are interested in kickstarting your career in the hotel industry and have the following skills, we would love to speak with you:

• A keen eye for detail, time management and great customer service skills.


• Pleasant and friendly demeanor.


• Able to work as a team and independently.


• Flexible working hours.


• Ability to work with little or no supervision while meeting high-performance standards.


• Physical mobility and stamina.


• Must be able to pass a background check

• Ability to follow instructions.

WATERFORD HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Health Insurance is available on the first of the month after hire!

We value the health and wellness of you and your family. Full time associates can enroll in medical, dental and vision coverage and part-time associates averaging 17.5 hours a week can enroll in dental and vision coverage. Everyone’s needs a different and there is something for everyone with numerous supplemental insurance to choose from.

We know that life gets in the way, and YOU deserve to recharge.

Full-time associates receive paid time off within the first 90 days of employment. We also offer paid holidays for eligible associates. If you stick with us for five years or more, enjoy paid days off for your Birthday and Employment Anniversary date!

EXCITING EXTRAS

• On Demand Pay- Why wait for pay day – get your pay when you need it 24/7.


• Pet Insurance- We cover the whole family, and all associates are eligible for discounted pet insurance.


• 401k Plan- Nobody wants to work forever, start planning for your future now.


• Hotel discounts- It’s one of the biggest industry perks.


• Shoes for Crew- All associates are eligible for a shoe subsidy through Shoes for Crews.

For more information, please visit our website at waterfordhotelgroup.com

EOE/M/F/D/V

Source: Hospitality Online