Banquet Server

Wet Willie's; Miramar Beach (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Wet Willie's in Miramar Beach, FL is seeking a Banquet Server to deliver friendly, efficient service for weddings, conferences and private events. You will greet guests, present specials, and coordinate with kitchen and bartenders to maintain smooth event flow.

Responsibilities include serving all courses and beverages, timing courses to match pacing, handling payments where required, and keeping the function space clean and ready for teardown.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of banquet or convention services experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written).
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage service standards and etiquette.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and carry food trays for prolonged periods.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and explain specials or promotions.
• Serve all courses and beverages per function requirements.
• Time service to guest dining pace.
• Take beverage orders and collect payments where required.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and equipment.
• Perform pre- and post-shift side work.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of function space as needed.
• Abide by state, federal liquor policies pertaining to minors and intoxicated guests.

Skills

Customer service

English communication

Guest relations

Professional demeanor

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Valid Food Worker Card

Job description

As Banquet Server, you will be responsible for serving menu items to guests in a prompt and courteous manner and according to Hotel specifications and group requirements.

Key responsibilities of a Banquet Server include:

• Greets the guests in a friendly and courteous manner and explain any specials and/or restaurant promotions for guest awareness
• Serving all food courses and beverage items to the guest in accordance with function requirements
• Timing the service of courses to correspond with the dining pace of the guests
• Taking beverage orders and collecting payments where specified
• Maintaining cleanliness and condition of the work areas and equipment
• Performing pre and post shift side work
• Performing other duties as assigned which may include assisting with set up and/or break down of function space
• Abide by all state, federal regulations and restaurant liquor policies pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred
• Must be 18 years of age or older (Minimum of 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages)
• Minimum of 1 year of year of banquets or convention services experience preferred
• Possess a basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation, service standards, guest relations and etiquette
• Valid Food Worker Card required
• Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written)
• Must have a courteous, friendly and professional demeanor
• Ability to stand, walk, and carry food trays for prolonged periods of time
• Must be willing and have the ability to work a varied schedule that may include evenings, nights, and weekends