Casual Banquet Server - Williamsburg Lodge

Colonial Williamsburg; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Causal Banquet Server, where you will create memorable dining experiences for guests. This role involves setting up and serving at various banquet events, requiring excellent public contact skills and the ability to work well with others. The ideal candidate will maintain a positive attitude, adhere to hospitality standards, and ensure a welcoming environment. Flexibility in scheduling is essential, as you will be working nights, weekends, and holidays. If you have a passion for service and enjoy working in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and have banquet experience.
• Must obtain food handler’s card and TIPS certification.

Responsibilities

• Set up, serve, and clean up for banquet events.
• Work cooperatively with guests and staff.

Skills

Public contact skills

Reading and comprehension skills

Teamwork

Flexibility in schedule

Tableside or banquet experience

Education

Food handler’s card

TIPS certification

Job description

The Causal Banquet Server sets up, serves, and cleans up for banquet breakfast, lunch, dinner, or for receptions. Perform other duties, as required.

Requirements:

• Good public contact skills.
• Ability to:
• Work well with others
• Follow established standards for attendance, dress, work procedures, hospitality and courtesy
• Work flexible days and hours including nights, weekends and holidays
• Maintain standards listed below
• Must have good reading and comprehensive skills.
• Must have tableside or banquet experience.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age according to Virginia A.B.C. Code § 4.1-307
• Successful candidates must be able to obtain and maintain the current Williamsburg James City County food handler’s card and TIPS certification; applicants with an active card and certification should be prepared to present both during the interview process.

Expectations:

• Maintain an upbeat attitude and a positive, enthusiastic mindset.
• Greet guests, employees, managers, and supervisors with a warm smile and friendly demeanor.
• Always treat everyone with respect and work cooperatively with all colleagues and management.
• Report to work as scheduled and on time
• Adhere to established uniform and appearance policies.
• Perform assigned tasks accurately and on time.

Physical requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Lifting trays weighing up to 50 pounds
• Standing for long periods of time

Note: In accordance with Virginia A.B.C. § 4.1-225 Colonial Williamsburg prohibits employment of anyone in an alcohol serving position who has been convicted of a felony, any crime involving moral turpitude (lying, cheating, or stealing), or a drug-related offense within the past five (5) years.