Banquets Server

Galt House Hotel; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Complimentary meal in cafeteria

Discounted monthly TARC bus pass

Free employee meals

Free parking

Transit pass

Job summary

A prominent hotel in Louisville is hiring a Banquet Server to create exceptional dining experiences for guests. This role involves preparing food and beverage service stations, communicating effectively with kitchen staff, and maintaining cleanliness at all times. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of food and beverage service experience. The position offers competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and a complimentary meal. This role requires dedication to quality service and teamwork.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of food service experience preferred.
• At least 1 year of beverage service experience preferred.
• At least 1 year of beverage service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare coffee breaks and stations as per Banquet Event Order.
• Communicate meal requirements to the kitchen.
• Respond to special banquet event arrangements.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the service area.
• Respect safety and cleanliness policies.

Skills

Food service experience

Beverage service experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Banquet Server

The Galt House is currently hiring for the position of Banquet Server. A Banquet Server is responsible for collaborating with banquet team members and back of house personnel to provide a dining experience which exceeds the guest expectations. You will set, clear, and service for banquet dining events.

Responsibilities

• Prepare coffee breaks, carts, and stations with appropriate food and beverages as stated in Banquet Event Order.
• Prepare tables, action stations, buffets, service carts, dessert table/carts and cordial carts.
• Communicate additional meal requirements, allergies, dietary needs, and special requests to the kitchen.
• Ensure courses are cleared and tables are properly crumbed.
• Respond to and try to fulfill any special banquet event arrangements.
• Replenish buffet items to ensure consistency and freshness in presentation.
• Monitor tableware to ensure it is presentable to guests.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
• Bus tables by removing and separating tableware, plate ware, glassware, and flatware.
• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets.
• Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests' service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language.
• Support team to reach common goals.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of food service experience preferred.
• At least 1 year of beverage service experience preferred.

Competent at working independently on recurring projects.

The Galt House Hotel offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, 401k, a complimentary meal in the associate cafeteria, complimentary parking, a discounted monthly TARC bus pass and much more.

The Galt House Hotel is a Drug Free Workplace, creating a culture of care where diversity is welcomed.