Banquet Server - On Call

Sonesta Hotels; Bee Cave (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Parental Leave

Hotel Discounts

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels is seeking a Banquet Server to deliver exceptional service at weddings, meetings, and events. You’ll set up, run, and break down banquets while ensuring accuracy, cleanliness, and a welcoming atmosphere for every guest.

The role requires energy, hospitality passion, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced events environment. TABC and Food Handler certifications are required, with opportunities for growth and team collaboration across culinary and F&B leadership.

Qualifications

• Previous banquet service or hospitality experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of service practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Experience using POS systems and handling cash transactions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail, cleanliness, and presentation standards.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, holidays, and event support as needed.
• TABC Certification, Food Handler Certification required.
• 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

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

POS systems

Cash handling

TABC Certification

Food Handler Certification

Education

TABC Certification

Food Handler Certification

Job description

We’re People People. Are you?

We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast).

With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be.

But here’s the thing—we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect—delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).

What this role is all about

What this role is all about
At Sonesta, our banquets and events are all about creating memorable moments, great energy, and genuine connections. As a Banquet Server, you’ll deliver exceptional service at weddings, meetings, celebrations, and special events while creating a welcoming, upbeat experience for every guest.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced event environment, loves connecting with people, and enjoys serving food, conversations, and experiences that guests remember long after the event ends.

If you’re energetic, service-driven, and passionate about hospitality — we’d love to meet you.

What you’ll be doing

• 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.

What great looks like

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

Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information

How we reward you

At Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between.

Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts (yes, you’ll want to use these)
• Additional Perks & Employee Discounts

Our Commitment to You

Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.