Banquet Server Marriott Location: NE-Lincoln-68508 Post Date: 09-12-23 Department: Food & Beverage

Woodbury Corp.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Banquet Server to provide exceptional service to guests at a premier hotel. This role involves setting up banquet events, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and professionalism. As a Banquet Server, you will play a crucial role in creating memorable experiences for guests, from preparing rooms to serving food and drinks. If you have a passion for hospitality and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values guest satisfaction and teamwork, and help make every event a success.

Benefits

401(k)

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

• Previous serving experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Interact with guests to ensure a great dining experience.
• Set up banquet events and maintain cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Excellent oral communication skills

Positive interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

BANQUET SERVER (Courtyard by Marriott Lincoln Downtown)

Compensation: Hourly

The purpose of this position is to interact with our guests and ensure they have a great experience when dining and meeting at the hotel. Banquet Servers are responsible for positive guest interactions while serving guests in a friendly and efficient manner. At all times, servers are expected to be attentive to our guest needs and make them feel welcome, comfortable, important, and relaxed.

Banquet Server will follow through with the proper and timely set-up and execution of banquet events. Set up includes tables, chairs, stages, dance floors, and audio-visual equipment. Maintain a high degree of professionalism. Maintain all equipment and facilities in an organized, clean, and safe environment.

General Responsibilities

1. Review Banquet Event Orders (BEO's) at the beginning of each shift to ensure rooms are set as contracted.
2. Prepare rooms for use; adjusting lights, sound volumes, and temperature as needed before guests arrive.
3. Be in communication with the lead event staff regarding any special needs. Assist in ensuring that the events are on time.
4. Maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness in all areas of the banquet space.
5. Communicate any areas of need, problems, and concerns from guests to Events Manager.
6. Ensure that meeting rooms are re-set for the next event contract if it is within one day of the previous event.
7. Keep inventory of all banquet equipment in order and stored in their appropriate areas.
8. Provide all group guests with a lasting experience of the hotel with the intent for return business.
9. Maintain proper dining experience, delivering items, fulfilling customer needs, removing courses, replenishing utensils, refilling glasses.
10. Deliver Alcoholic and Non-alcoholic drinks for service to your customers' tables. Properly open and pour wine at the tableside.
11. Perform basic cleaning tasks as needed or directed by supervisor.
12. Greet all guests and owners warmly with an appropriate greeting.
13. Adhere to grooming and appearance standards consistently.
14. Understand and can communicate products and services available at the hotel.

Job Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience: Previous serving experience preferred, excellent oral communication skills required, positive interpersonal skills required.

License/Qualifications:
Lancaster County Food Handlers Permit