Banquet Server (On-Call)

Hawks Cay Resort; Marathon (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Hawks Cay Resort in Duck Key, Florida, is seeking enthusiastic On-Call Banquet Servers to join our hospitality team. You will help deliver memorable dining experiences at corporate meetings, weddings and special events, ensuring flawless setup and service in a tropical resort setting.

This flexible role offers opportunities to work with a professional F&B team, develop guest-relations skills, and contribute to a world-class resort experience through courteous, proactive service.

Qualifications

• Previous banquet or restaurant serving experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong customer service skills with a friendly and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift and carry trays, move tables and chairs, and stand for extended periods.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Knowledge of food safety and handling procedures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up banquet rooms according to event specifications, including arranging tables, chairs, linens, and place settings.
• Serve food and beverages professionally and efficiently, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and organization in the banquet areas.
• Anticipate guests’ needs and respond promptly to requests to enhance their experience.
• Work closely with banquet captains, kitchen staff, and fellow servers to ensure smooth event operations.
• Follow all safety and sanitation guidelines, as well as Hawks Cay Resort’s service standards.
• Assist in post-event breakdown and cleanup, ensuring the venue is restored to its original condition.
• Provide excellent customer service while upholding the resort’s commitment to hospitality and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Banquet service

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Stamina

Flexible hours

Job description

Hawks Cay Resort, the premier destination in Duck Key, Florida, is seeking enthusiastic and service-driven On-Call Banquet Servers to join our dynamic team. As we unveil an enhanced resort experience in January 2025, we are committed to delivering world-class hospitality through exceptional service. Banquet Servers play a key role in creating memorable dining experiences for our guests by ensuring the seamless execution of banquet events, from corporate meetings to weddings and special occasions.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up banquet rooms according to event specifications, including arranging tables, chairs, linens, and place settings.
• Serve food and beverages professionally and efficiently, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and organization in the banquet areas.
• Anticipate guests’ needs and respond promptly to requests to enhance their experience.
• Work closely with banquet captains, kitchen staff, and fellow servers to ensure smooth event operations.
• Follow all safety and sanitation guidelines, as well as Hawks Cay Resort’s service standards.
• Assist in post-event breakdown and cleanup, ensuring the venue is restored to its original condition.
• Provide excellent customer service while upholding the resort’s commitment to hospitality and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous banquet or restaurant serving experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong customer service skills with a friendly and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift and carry trays, move tables and chairs, and stand for extended periods.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Knowledge of food safety and handling procedures is a plus.

Why Join Hawks Cay Resort?

• Be part of a world-class hospitality team at a premier resort destination.
• Gain valuable experience in banquet service and event execution.
• Enjoy a positive and supportive work environment in a beautiful tropical setting.
• Opportunity for career growth within the resort’s Food & Beverage team.