Banquet Server — Dynamic Events & Guest Experience

Compass Group USA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Instapay (early wage access) via EVEN

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Program

Discount Marketplace

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking a part-time Banquet Attendant at the Palmer Events Center in Austin, TX. The role focuses on exceptional guest service during meetings, conferences, banquets, and events, with active involvement in setup, service, and breakdown.

Applicants should have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and prior hospitality or convention center experience is preferred. This position requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays and collaborates with multiple teams

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous banquet, hospitality, hotel, restaurant, catering, or convention center experience preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up banquet rooms, meeting spaces, and event areas according to event orders, floor plans, and client specifications.
• Arrange tables, chairs, linens, staging, podiums, audiovisual equipment, and other event furnishings.
• Serve food and beverages, to guests in a courteous and professional manner.
• Replenish food stations, buffets, beverage stations, and service areas throughout events.
• Clear tables, collect dishes, glassware, and service items promptly and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of banquet rooms, service stations, storage areas, and back-of-house spaces.
• Assist with room resets and event breakdown activities following event completion.
• Communicate guest requests and service issues to supervisors in a timely manner.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, health, and safety regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service and represent the convention center professionally at all times.
• Work collaboratively with event services, culinary, housekeeping, and operations teams to ensure successful event execution.

Skills

Customer service

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Compass Group USA is seeking a part-time Banquet Attendant at the Palmer Events Center in Austin, TX. The role focuses on exceptional guest service during meetings, conferences, banquets, and events, with active involvement in setup, service, and breakdown.

Applicants should have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and prior hospitality or convention center experience is preferred. This position requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays and collaborates with multiple teams