Banquets Summer Intern – Paid + Gratuity

Paycom - ATS; Osage Beach (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Driftwood Hospitality Management’s Margaritaville Lake Resort in Osage Beach, MO offers a summer internship for current undergraduates (May–August 2027) in the Banquets Department. Pay is $15.00 per hour with weekly gratuity and on-the-job training provided.

No prior experience is required; you will learn banquet setup, service, and event operations while interacting with guests in a fast-paced, energetic environment. Excellent for hospitality students.

Qualifications

• Must have comprehensive knowledge of the English language to effectively communicate with guests, associates, and vendors.
• Projects and assignments are completed thoroughly, professionally, and with care.
• Adjusts to high-pressure conditions and is open to change.
• Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development.
• Conducts him/herself, acts and dresses professionally at all times.
• Understands and communicates the Driftwood Mission
• Actively listens to others.
• Is respectful of peers, supervisors, managers and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare function rooms for banquet service: tablecloths, table decorations, silverware and condiments etc.
• Serve at various banquet functions, indoors and outdoors; serve non-alcoholic drinks, bring food to guests at table or serve on a buffet line.
• Clean and clear function rooms after event.
• Complete all side work responsibilities as directed by management.
• Ensure quality guest service and comfort at all times by monitoring the area continuously.
• Have knowledge of all menu items, specials, beverages, wines, etc.
• Serve all items using appropriate china, glassware, silverware, garnish, and condiments.
• Assist other servers when needed.
• Immediately relay all guest complaints and compliments to management.
• Maintain health and sanitation standards.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Professional conduct

High-pressure adaptability

Willingness to learn

Job description

Driftwood Hospitality Management’s Margaritaville Lake Resort in Osage Beach, MO offers a summer internship for current undergraduates (May–August 2027) in the Banquets Department. Pay is $15.00 per hour with weekly gratuity and on-the-job training provided.

No prior experience is required; you will learn banquet setup, service, and event operations while interacting with guests in a fast-paced, energetic environment. Excellent for hospitality students.