Event Server

Doubletree-By-Hilton; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Team Member Travel Program

Job summary

Tentac Enterprises is seeking an Event Server to provide food and beverage service for events in Bloomington, IL. You will set up event spaces, serve guests, and ensure a courteous, timely, and professional experience. This role requires good English communication and adherence to safety and liquor regulations.

Experience in F&B service is preferred; CPR/First Aid is a plus. Must be of legal serving age and able to lift up to 30 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs; occasional weekend shifts may be

Qualifications

• Experience in food and beverage service.
• Ability to read, speak and write English.
• Must be of legal serving age.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and push/pull 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up tables and buffets for events.
• Serve food and beverages to guests.
• Clear tables and assist with guest requests.
• Follow liquor regulations and safety procedures.

Skills

Food & Beverage Service

Customer Service

English Proficiency

Lifting up to 30 lbs

Push/Pull up to 100 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Doubletree Hotel & Conference Center is now looking for Event Servers to join our team! Our event servers provide food and beverage service to maximize customer satisfaction by providing friendly, courteous, helpful, timely, and professional service to all guests.Benefits:Paid Time OffAs a Hilton employee you are eligible to participate in the Team Member Travel Program.Job Title: Event ServerDepartment: Food & BeverageReports To: Food and Beverage DirectorGeneral Summary:Provide food and beverage service to maximize customer satisfaction by providing friendly, courteous, helpful, timely, and professional service to all guests.Essential Functions:Serve event functionsResponsible for setting up tables and buffet using linen, China, glass and silver that is always clean, polished and free of visible wear and tearRetrieve appropriate items for set-upsClear tables and buffets using trays and tray standsCommunicate with supervisors and co-workers in a courteous manner at all timesSupporting Functions:In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions.Perform any general cleaning tasks using standard hotel cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards.Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested (i.e. special guest requests).Must adhere to all Federal, State, and Corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests to insure all laws are being followed.Other duties as assigned by the Event Manager or Supervisor.Specific Job Knowledge, Skills and Ability:Strong knowledge of food and beverage preparation and service of various alcoholic beverages, and liquor laws in serving underage people.Must know service of beverages.Working knowledge of the appropriate table settings, service ware, and menu items.Ability to fully follow supervisor’s directions.Ability to read, speak and write English sufficient to understand menus and special promotions, communicate with guests in a professional manner, assist guests with special requests, and to take orders.Ability to remember and recite menu items.Ability to carry trays weighing up to 30 lbs. through a crowded room on a continuous basis throughout shift. Must be able to push and pull weight equaling 100 lbs.Qualification StandardsCommunication:Strong communication skills; including the ability to deal effectively with vastly diverse groups of people and guests.Education:Any combination of education and experience equivalent that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Computer Skills:Point of Sale SystemExperience:Preferred: One to five years previous food and beverage serving experience.Licenses or Certificates:Ability to obtain any government required licenses or certificates. CPR certification and/or First Aid training preferred.Grooming:All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance including hair color.Other:Must be of legal serving age. Additional language ability preferred.Physical RequirementsSitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of timeReaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any directionAbility to carry trays weighing up to 30 lbs. through a crowded room on a continuous basis throughout shift. Must be able to push and pull weight equaling 100 lbs.Manual dexterity of hands in order to manipulate serving spoons, trays, etc.Ability to perform duties with extreme temperature and noise rangesAbility to see within normal parametersAbility to hear within normal rangeThis description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.It is the policy of Tentac Enterprises to comply with all federal and state laws concerning the employment of individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)Tentac Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Effective Date: July 6th, 2023