Banquet Server | Energetic Hospitality & Events

Sonesta Hotels International Corporation; Bee Cave (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Employee Discount at Sonesta

Job summary

Sonesta Hotels International Corporation is seeking a Banquet Server to deliver exceptional service at weddings, meetings, and special events. You will set up, serve, and breakdown banquet spaces, engaging guests and offering beverage recommendations in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong customer service skills, knowledge of banquet operations, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. TABC and Food Handler certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous banquet service, restaurant, hotel, lounge, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Experience using POS systems and handling cash transactions accurately.
• Strong knowledge of service practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, holidays, and event support as needed.
• A passion for hospitality, teamwork, guest experience, and creating memorable food & beverage moments.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and break down banquet events according to event requirements, banquet event orders, and hotel standards.
• Provide exceptional guest service by engaging with guests, making recommendations, and creating a welcoming atmosphere.
• Review banquet event orders and function details to understand setup, menus, beverage selections, guest counts, timing, and special requests.
• Maintain strong knowledge of banquet menu and beverage offerings.
• Operate efficiently during high-volume weddings, meetings, receptions, celebrations, and special events.
• Accurately track beverage consumption, process payments, manage hosted or cash bars, and complete required event documentation.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, presentation, and sanitation standards across banquet bar and service areas.
• Assist with glassware, garnishes, ice, inventory, stock replenishment, portable bar setup, and opening and closing duties.
• Follow food safety guidelines, responsible alcohol service standards, and hotel operational procedures.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and address guest concerns professionally and promptly.
• Partner closely with Banquet, Event teams, Culinary teams, and Food & Beverage leadership to support seamless event execution.
• Support upselling opportunities and beverage programs that enhance the guest experience and drive event revenue.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Banquet service experience

Hospitality experience

Customer service

Cash handling

Multitasking

Communication

Flexibility

Event support

Teamwork

Education

TABC Certification

Food Handler Certification

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Sonesta Hotels International Corporation is seeking a Banquet Server to deliver exceptional service at weddings, meetings, and special events. You will set up, serve, and breakdown banquet spaces, engaging guests and offering beverage recommendations in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong customer service skills, knowledge of banquet operations, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. TABC and Food Handler certifications are preferred.