Banquet Server

Kolter Hospitality; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Kolter Hospitality is seeking a Banquet Server to deliver exceptional service at banquet functions. You will prepare for events, manage station setup, and ensure guest satisfaction in line with brand standards for food, beverage quality, presentation, and sanitation.

Responsibilities include reviewing BEOs, learning menus, maintaining station cleanliness, and assisting with buffet breakdown while adhering to state regulations and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Review and understand the Banquet Event Order (BEO) and complete setup as indicated.
• Learn the menu for each function and explain major ingredients and preparation methods.
• Ensure tables are properly set with glassware and silverware 15 minutes before start.
• Maintain clean and full station with table complements.
• Be at assigned station 15 minutes before service.
• Continuously patrol station, refill beverages, remove used items per standards.
• Follow in-room clearing and aisle tray breakdown procedures.
• Assist Banquet Captain in breaking down buffet and handling equipment.
• Know and comply with state food handling and liquor laws.
• Return all food to the kitchen and keep the station neat during service.
• Report items needing repair and follow all safety procedures.

Job description

Overview:

A Kolter Hospitality Banquet Server delivers service excellence to our guests by providing quality service and committing to guest satisfaction. This position is responsible for preparing for and serving guests during banquet functions in accordance to brand standards of food and beverage quality, presentation, sanitation and genuine hospitality.

Performance Expectations

• Review and understand the Banquet Event Order (BEO), complete setup according to the BEO.
• Learn the menu for each function and be able to explain the major ingredients and preparation method for each item served.
• Ensure tables are set up with proper arrangement of glassware and silverware 15 minutes prior to function start time.
• Properly clean and fill table complements (salt and pepper, sugar, breadbaskets, etc.)
• Be ready in assigned station at least 15 minutes prior to function start time.
• Continuously patrol assigned station, refilling water and coffee, removing service items and condiments per standard.
• Use proper in room clearing and aisle tray break down procedure.
• Assist the Banquet Captain in breaking down buffet and handling equipment.
• Know and comply with state food handling and liquor laws.
• Return all food to the kitchen.
• Keep station neat and clean during service.
• Report any items in need of repair.
• Follow all safety procedures while working.

Behavioral Expectations

• Be effective and innovative in handling and solving problems in the workplace.
• Remain positive and helpful while working in a fast-paced environment.
• Committed to the success and growth of the company.
• Act honorably, even when no one is watching.
• Eagerness to grow and/or develop within the company
• Passionately provide personalized guest service

Equal Opportunity Employer

M/F/Veteran/Disability

Drug Free Workplace

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