Banquet Server

White Lodging Services, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (Day

Paid Parental Leave

DailyPay option

401(k) with company match

Vacation/PTO with rollover

Employee wellness tools

Referral bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts on hotel stays

Job summary

White Lodging Services, Inc. seeks friendly banquet staff to support premium hotel events in Richmond. You will set up, serve, and tear down banquet spaces, ensuring tables and buffets are pristine and guest experiences exceed expectations.

Role emphasizes hospitality, strong communication, and the ability to stand and move for extended periods. Previous banquet or hospitality exposure is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Outgoing, social personality essential for guest interaction.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Passion for service with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift 10+ pounds for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Set up, service, and tear-down of banquet events.
• Arrange tables, buffets, bars, and breaks accurately.
• Serve food and beverages tableside, buffets, or butler-style.
• Keep areas clean, stocked, and visually appealing.
• Assist teammates to deliver exceptional events.
• Present a neat, professional hotel image at all times.
• Anticipate guest needs and provide exemplary hospitality.
• Knowledge of menu items and preparation methods; answer questions.
• Perform opening, closing, and routine cleaning duties.
• Take on additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Outgoing personality

Communication skills

Customer service mindset

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Job description

Description

Summary:

Enjoy advanced scheduling and the flexibility to swap or pick up shifts easily using our app—perfect for achieving better balance while pursuing your passion in the food and beverage industry!

White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is how you make people feel. That’s where you come in. You’ll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Responsible for the successful set-up, service, clean-up, and tear-down of banquet events.
• Set tables, buffets, bars, and snack breaks in assigned areas correctly and accurately.
• Professionally serve food and beverages butler-style, tableside, and from buffets.
• Monitor tables, buffets, and breaks to keep them clean, stocked, and visually appealing.
• Assist other members of the banquet team to deliver a phenomenal event that exceeds guest expectations.
• Be an ambassador of the hotel by maintaining a neat and professional appearance.
• Anticipate guest needs and offer exemplary hospitality while always exhibiting professionalism and friendliness.
• Be knowledgeable of all menu items, contents, preparation methods, and garnishes; accurately answer any guest questions.
• Perform all cleaning, opening, and closing duties as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• An outgoing and social personality.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• A passion for service with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Knowledge of various food-service styles.
• Previous banquet or hospitality experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to stand and move for long periods of time and lift more than 10 pounds.
• Must be of legal age to serve alcoholic beverages.

Other information

What You Can Look Forward To

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (starting Day 1)
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• DailyPay option
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
• Complimentary wellness tools
• Unlimited referral bonuses
• Leadership development and tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
• Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities for growth