Banquet Server (PT) - Holiday Inn Riverwalk - San Antonio, TX

IHG Hotels & Resorts; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401k

Uniform provided

Great room discount

Employee meals

Free onsite parking

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Banquet Server to provide prompt and courteous dining service during banquet and catering functions at our properties. The role involves setting up, serving courses on cue, handling guest requests, and maintaining clean, organized service areas.

The position specifies tasks from prep to post-service duties, with a focus on guest satisfaction and timely service. Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required; comprehensive benefits are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Basic reading and writing.
• Food service experience with general knowledge of banquet operations.
• This job requires ability to perform the following: Handling, carrying or lifting items up to 75 pounds; moving about the function areas; bending, stooping, kneeling.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt and courteous food and beverage service to guests during banquet/catering functions.
• Properly store all reusable goods.
• Perform pre- and post-shift side work, set-up, condiments, etc.
• Serve menu items to guests in a prompt and courteous manner and according to the banquet event order; time the service of courses to correspond with the dining pace of the guests.
• Respond to guest inquiries and special requests promptly and professionally to ensure guest satisfaction; notify supervisor of guest complaints or unusual situations.
• Clear tables after service. Remove trays of dirty dishes, silverware and glassware to kitchen for cleaning.
• Perform other duties as assigned which may include assisting with set up and break down of function space, and plating of meals.
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests, cooks, wait staff, and supervisors.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when taking orders, completing paperwork, etc.
• Mathematical skills, including basic math are used frequently.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Job description

Do you see yourself as a Banquet Server? What's your passion? Whether you're into tennis, painting or gardening, at IHG we're interested in YOU. At IHG we employ people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies - people who put our guests at the heart of everything they do. And we're looking for more people like this to join our friendly and professional team.

At Holiday Inn® we want our guests to relax and be themselves which means we need team members to:

Be you – by being natural, professional and personable in the way you are with people

Get ready – by taking notice and using your knowledge so that you are prepared for anything

Show you care – by being thoughtful in the way you welcome and connect with guests

Take action – by showing initiative, taking ownership and going the extra mile.

Responsibilities

Provide prompt and courteous food and beverage service to guests during banquet/catering functions.

• Properly store all reusable goods.
• Perform pre- and post-shift side work, set-up, condiments, etc.
• Serve menu items to guests in a prompt and courteous manner and according to the banquet event order; time the service of courses to correspond with the dining pace of the guests.
• Respond to guest inquiries and special requests promptly and professionally to ensure guest satisfaction; notify supervisor of guest complaints or unusual situations.
• Clear tables after service. Remove trays of dirty dishes, silverware and glassware to kitchen for cleaning.
• Perform other duties as assigned which may include assisting with set up and break down of function space, and plating of meals.

Qualifications

Basic reading and writing. Food service experience with general knowledge of banquet operations.

This job requires ability to perform the following:

• Handling, carrying or lifting items weighing up to 75 pounds (tables, chairs, trays, etc.)
• Moving about the function areas.
• Bending, stooping, kneeling

Other

• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests, cooks, wait staff, and supervisors.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when taking orders, completing paperwork, etc.
• Mathematical skills, including basic math are used frequently.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

What we offer

The hourly pay range for this role is $14.00 to $15.00 per hour.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees.

We’ll reward all your hard work with a great salary and benefits – including a uniform, great room discount and superb training. We offer free onsite parking, employee meals and so much more!

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.

Not Applicable for Colorado Applicants

IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans.

Travel is a journey. We help make it a joy. Starting with a warm, inviting welcome for all guests, whether travelling on business or for fun, enjoying a one night stay, or relaxing for a week. At Holiday Inn we thrive on making our guests stays brighter, helping them create memories that will last a lifetime. Irreversible smiles are our specialty. We should know, we’ve been on our journey since 1952.

So if you can help our guests enjoy the brighter side of travel, we’d love to give you a warm welcome to the Holiday Inn family.

Important information

• The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.
• No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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