Banquet Server 7i

BENCHMARK; Hammock Beach (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

BENCHMARK in Hammock Beach, Florida, is seeking a motivated Banquet Server to help set up event spaces, serve guests, and bus tables during functions. You will assist with station setup, tray handling, and end-of-event teardown while maintaining cleanliness and safety standards.

Responsibilities include explaining menu items, accommodating dietary requests, delivering timely service, and coordinating with staff to ensure a superior guest experience at world-class events.

Qualifications

• Prior banquet serving experience preferred.
• Excellent guest service and communication skills.
• Ability to work on a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Set up banquet spaces (tables, centerpieces, silverware) before events.
• Serve guests and buss/pick up trays during functions.
• Clear and tear down banquet rooms after events.
• Explain menu items and accommodate dietary requests.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in work areas.

Skills

Guest service

Teamwork

Multitasking

Communication

Guest interaction

Tools

POS systems

Job description

We are looking for a highly motivated Banquet Server to join our team! This individual will help to set up and prepare banquet room for banquet functions, serve and bus tables as well as clear and tear down banquet rooms at the end of the function.If making meaningful connections, figuring out what it takes and stepping it up to win the day is what you do, and you love it, we want you! This is a tremendous opportunity for a driven person to grow and learn at a world-class property!Your role:Set up for functions to include draping tables, setting silverware, folding napkins, preparing drinks and put out table centerpieces.Service to include picking up food from back hall, carrying trays to function location, serve food and clear the food from the tables.Break down to include bussing tables, putting away dirty linen and centerpieces, vacuuming.Responsibilities also include cleaning of back hall and organizing of storerooms.Set up for AM or PM break stations that include coffee, tea, snacks, beverages, etc.Assists as needed with event room setup according to meal period and table needsPerforms food & beverage preparation duties such as preparing condiments, brewing coffee and ensuring workstations are stockedServes food and beverages to guests Removes dishes, glasses, silverware or other items from tables/counter tops and takes them to the kitchenCleans and sanitizes tables and/or counters & seats after guests are finishedExplains how various menu items are prepared, cooking methods and ingredientsTakes into consideration any special request and dietary issues made by the guestProvides general property information Offers warm and sincere welcome/farewell for all guestsInteracts with staff in a professional manner, assisting other departments with necessary informationEnsures final quality check on food and beverage items prior to serving guestsMonitors assigned tables for customer satisfaction, quality and additional serviceAddresses any guest issue promptly and with high concernProvides assistance to other event and restaurant staff as neededMaintains constant awareness of safety issues, (i.e. broken glass, frayed electrical cords, leaks, broken locks and suspicious persons)