Banquet Server: Fast-Paced Event Hospitality

Oak View Group; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan

401(k) matching

Job summary

Oak View Group in Fort Smith, AR is seeking a Banquet Server to deliver exceptional hospitality in a fast-paced, high-volume setting. This part-time position pays $15.00 per hour and is tip eligible, with 401(k) benefits.

You will read banquet event orders, provide fine dining service, set up and manage stations, and maintain inventory while working a flexible schedule including nights and weekends. Prior banquet or restaurant experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent GED; strong preferred.
• Minimum of one year of work experience in events, banquets or restaurants preferred.
• Must be at least eighteen years of age.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand Banquet Event Orders.
• Carry at least 8 entrees per tray.
• Provide fine dining level food and beverage service to guests for all events consistent with DLTCC standards of service.
• Initiate and maintain friendly and professional contact with guests ensuring that all needs are anticipated and met.
• Setup and maintain both food and beverage stations in various locations throughout the building consistent with DLTCC standards of service.
• Maintain and inventory for both food and beverage stations.
• Maintain all event areas and front of house staging areas in a tidy and organized manner.
• Participate in both setup and cleanup of food and beverage service items.
• Ability to work independently during slower times.
• Perform safe work by helping to provide a safe and clean work environment.
• Have a high level of social contact. Ability to work closely with staff and deal often with patrons.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and select holidays.
• Must be detail oriented to ensure that work is accurate and complete.
• Ability to multi‑task.
• Ability to handle and move objects.
• Must have a customer‑focused, positive and professional attitude.
• Ability to read with oral and written communications skills in the English language.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist or reach out with the body, arms and/or legs.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull or carry heavy objects up to 30 lbs. and 15 lbs. often.
• Must be punctual with consistent attendance.
• Must be able to respond to simple complaints or inquiries from customers, members of the business community, and/or regulatory agencies.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent GED

Job description

Oak View Group in Fort Smith, AR is seeking a Banquet Server to deliver exceptional hospitality in a fast-paced, high-volume setting. This part-time position pays $15.00 per hour and is tip eligible, with 401(k) benefits.

You will read banquet event orders, provide fine dining service, set up and manage stations, and maintain inventory while working a flexible schedule including nights and weekends. Prior banquet or restaurant experience is preferred.