Banquet Server On-Call

The Hotel at Avalon; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Hotel room discounts

Job summary

The Woodlands Resort, Curio Collection in The Woodlands, TX is seeking an On-Call Banquet Server to assist the Banquet Manager during events. You will help serve guests with courtesy and ensure smooth banquet operations.

This role supports the banquet team, requiring hospitality experience and strong guest relations. The position is on-site with hourly pay of $20 and no tip eligibility, with a focus on teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• Hotel experience preferred.
• Must be a team player and willing to pitch in to help coworkers.
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage preparations and service standards.
• Understand table settings and serviceware.

Responsibilities

• Set up banquet room with linen, serviceware and glassware as instructed.
• Attend roll call meetings to learn event details and guest expectations.
• Greet guests and respond to requests in a friendly, courteous manner.
• Serve food and beverages according to supervisor's instructions for consistency.
• Reset banquet room between functions and ensure readiness for next event.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work regularly.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hotel experience

Team player

Communication skills

Job description

## Banquet Server On-CallApply: On-Site: The Woodlands Resort - The Woodlands, TX: On Call: Posted Today: JR119944**About Us**The Woodlands Resort, Curio Collection is the perfect retreat in the Houston Area, and only 2 miles away from The Woodlands Waterway. The resort is celebrating 50 years along with The Woodlands township. At HEI, we recognize that our enormous success is solely the result of our greatest asset: Our People. Where people work is a choice. Against that choice, our greatest obligation is to ensure day in and day out that our associates have the compensation and benefits they deserve and industry leading tools, training and support that they need to excel. At HEI, simply said, we honor the privilege of our associates choosing us by investing in and making them more valuable.Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization! We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.**Compensation**Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 Hourly### Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No### Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No**Overview**Assist Banquet Manager in the serving of guests during banquet functions to ensure positive guest experience.### **Essential Duties and Responsibilities*** Set up banquet room as instructed by Supervisor to include linen, serviceware and glassware.* Attend roll call meetings before events to learn function particulars, including guest and hotel expectations.* Greet guests and respond to requests in a friendly and courteous manner.* Serve the food and/or beverage in the order and to the expectation of the Supervisor to ensure consistency throughout the banquet. Promptly remove dishes as guests complete each course and/or meal at the end of the meal or function.* Abide by all State, Federal and Corporate requirements pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages.* Replenish beverages as necessary, and check with guests for overall satisfaction.* Once banquet is complete, reset banquet room according to Supervisor’s specifications to ensure the readiness of the room for the following function.* Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.* Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.**Qualifications and Skills*** Hotel experience preferred.* Must be willing to “pitch-in” and help co- workers with their job duties and be a team player with or without reasonable accommodation.* Must have basic knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette.* Knowledge of the appropriate table settings and serviceware.* Ability to comprehend and apply written product labeling instructions to enable the safe application of products and processes within the hotel.* Ability to remember, recite and promote the variety of menu items.* Ability to transport up to 30 lbs. through a crowded room on a continuous basis throughout the shift. Ability to operate beverage equipment, e.g., coffee maker with or without reasonable accommodation.* Ability to stand for long periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation.* Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.* Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.## **Benefits**HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you! For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed. Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.### HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.