Banquet Server

Diocese of Providence; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 37,195; Part time

Job summary

A well-known historic mansion in Warwick, RI is seeking a responsible and motivated Banquet Server to join its team. The part-time role includes providing excellent food service during events and working closely with kitchen staff to ensure guest satisfaction. Servers must exhibit professionalism and hospitality while being available on weekends. Ideal candidates should possess good communication skills and be adaptable to varying event schedules.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively with staff and guests.
• Must be available on weekends and flexible with hours as events vary.
• Knowledge of proper sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt and accurate food service during assigned banquet events.
• Exceed guest expectations in hospitality and service.
• Maintain a neat service area and adhere to safety rules.

Skills

Professionalism

Hospitality

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Position: Banquet Server

Location: Aldrich Mansion - Warwick, RI

Job Type: Part-time, Non-Exempt, Hourly

Pay: $18.00 - $27.00 per hour

The Historic Aldrich Mansion overlooking beautiful Narragansett Bay is looking for responsible and motivated service professionals to join its banquet team. This is a PART TIME position. Hours vary based on events. Weekends are a must.

Banquet Servers will work in a team-based environment in conjunction with the Kitchen Staff to provide a prompt and accurate food service during an assigned banquet event while providing a level of hospitality that exceeds guest expectations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Exhibit a high level of professionalism, hospitality, and confidence when making contact with guests.
• Communicates with Banquet Supervisor and Lead Banquet Servers to guarantee a successful function, including resolution of guest complaints.
• Maintain a positive, professional and respectful attitude toward guests, coworkers, and management.
• Follow outlined procedures to (1) ensure the security and proper storage of banquet inventory and equipment, (2) replenish supplies and communicate inventory in a timely and efficient manner, and (3) minimize misuse and breakage of china, glassware, linens, and supplies to ensure that no re-usable goods are wasted.
• Prepare work area prior to guest arrival, including, but not limited to, polishing silverware, plating table and stocking service / beverage stations with coffee, water, ice, napkins, straws, etc., as needed.
• Deliver food and beverages to guests in their service area as well as other areas as needed.
• Observe and follow up with guests to ensure satisfaction with food and service during banquet event.
• Anticipate / react to guest needs, answer questions and provide suggestions to event attendees.
• Manicure tables by clearing plates, glassware etc. and maintain a neat front of the house service area.
• Empty trash and place dirty dishes in appropriate areas.
• Adhere to all department specific and company standards, policies, procedures and safety rules at all times.
• Demonstrate compliance with all alcohol service laws, as well as company policies and procedures with regard to alcohol service, including carding all guests under age 40.
• Knowledge and use of proper sanitation procedures to clean banquet equipment and facilities, including restrooms.
• All other duties as assigned.

Please send resume to Zack Lako, our Banquet Supervisor at [e-mail]