Banquet Server / On Call

TPG Hotels & Resorts; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

TPG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a professional Banquet Server to provide high-quality service for weddings, conferences, and private events at our Portsmouth, NH property. You will set up banquet rooms, greet guests, serve food and beverages, and maintain clean, organized dining areas.

This role requires excellent guest service, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Previous banquet, restaurant, catering, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Excellent customer-service and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Must be reliable and punctual.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout a shift.
• Must be available to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up banquet rooms, tables, chairs, linens, place settings, and service stations.
• Greet guests and provide courteous, attentive service throughout events.
• Serve food and beverages according to event specifications and service standards.
• Clear dishes, glassware, and utensils efficiently while minimizing disruption to guests.
• Replenish beverages, buffet items, and service supplies as needed.
• Assist with buffet, plated, family-style, and cocktail-style service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of dining and service areas.
• Follow proper food-safety, sanitation, and alcohol-service procedures.
• Respond professionally to guest questions and requests.
• Assist with event breakdown, cleaning, and storage of banquet equipment.
• Communicate effectively with the banquet captain, kitchen staff, bartenders, and event team.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support successful event operations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Punctuality

Job description

The Banquet Server is responsible for providing professional, friendly, and efficient food and beverage service during weddings, conferences, meetings, private parties, and other catered events. This position helps ensure that guests have an enjoyable experience while maintaining high standards of service, cleanliness, and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

Set up banquet rooms, tables, chairs, linens, place settings, and service stations.

Greet guests and provide courteous, attentive service throughout events.

Serve food and beverages according to event specifications and service standards.

Clear dishes, glassware, and utensils efficiently while minimizing disruption to guests.

Replenish beverages, buffet items, and service supplies as needed.

Assist with buffet, plated, family-style, and cocktail-style service.

Maintain cleanliness and organization of dining and service areas.

Follow proper food-safety, sanitation, and alcohol-service procedures.

Respond professionally to guest questions and requests.

Assist with event breakdown, cleaning, and storage of banquet equipment.

Communicate effectively with the banquet captain, kitchen staff, bartenders, and event team.

Perform other duties as assigned to support successful event operations.

Qualifications

Previous banquet, restaurant, catering, or hospitality experience preferred.

Excellent customer-service and communication skills.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Professional appearance and positive attitude.

Ability to work as part of a team.

Must be reliable and punctual.

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout a shift.

Must be available to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

Ability to lift and carry trays, equipment, and supplies, typically up to 25–50 pounds.

Ability to safely navigate crowded event spaces while carrying food and beverages.

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