Event Staff

Rye Street Tavern; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule (part-time, full-‑t­

Meal discount: 50% off shift meals

Restaurant discounts: 25% off at Clyde

Top health plan including medical, den

401k with match

Career growth opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Rye Street Tavern, part of Clyde's Restaurant Group, is hiring Event Staff to support banquet operations in Baltimore. You will set up and break down banquet spaces, relay orders, and ensure guest satisfaction across weddings and corporate events.

Join a team known for hospitality, with strong training, benefits, and opportunities for advancement. Flexible shifts include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays in a bustling event environment.

Qualifications

• Clear, friendly communication with guests and team members.
• Strong customer service mindset and professional demeanor.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced event setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the complete setup and breakdown of the banquet spaces
• Relay food and beverage orders
• Have full knowledge of all food and drink menus
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and sanitary practices
• Problem solve guest needs with courtesy, dignity, and respect
• Anticipate guests’ needs and exceed customer service expectations
• Maintain composure in a fast-paced environment
• Relay important information about orders, allergies, and special requests
• Establish a friendly professional rapport with the guest
• Bus tables when the meal is completed and prepare the table for the next course
• Maintain a clean working environment

Skills

Excellent communication

Hospitality mindset

Customer service

Team player

Job description

Are you looking for a job with competitive pay, flexible scheduling, a positive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and training? Rye Street Tavern is hiring Banquet and Event Staff to set up, serve and break down events.

Set on the Baltimore Peninsula, Rye Street Tavern is a premier waterfront venue with eight event spaces that host up to 400 guests. In this role, you’ll help create memorable weddings and corporate events across a range of unique settings.

This role is a great fit for hospitality with experience and a love for events.

Located in the Baltimore Peninsula, we are accessible by car, and public transportation options which include the Charm City Circulator and local MTA bus routes.

• Competitive Pay: Earn compensation for your skills and dedication.
• Stable Company: Join a respected, stable organization.
• Flexible Schedule: Part-time, full-time, and on-call shifts available.
• Positive Culture: Embrace courtesy, dignity, and respect.
• Excellent Training: Classroom and on-premises training.
• Generous 401k: Immediate participation with competitive match.
• Restaurant Discounts: Enjoy 25% off at all Clyde’s Restaurants for you and 3 guests.
• Meal Discount: Get 50% off your shift meal.
• Top Health Plan: Access medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, and wellness resources, plus reduced rates on various services.
• Support: Benefit from an Employee Assistance Program with legal, emotional, and financial support.
• Wellness Resources: Access digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and annual flu shots.
• Financial Assistance: Assistance fund for employees in need.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for rapid advancement.
• Merit Recognition: Rewards for excellence and hard work.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access a discount program with thousands of brands and services.
• Friendly, hardworking, and hospitality-driven with a desire to excel and maintain the highest level of service
• Problem solvers that can handle customer matters with courtesy, dignity, and respect
• Great verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible availability to work mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays, and weekdays as needed

WHAT YOU WILL DO AS EVENT / BANQUET STAFF

• Assist with the complete setup and breakdown of the banquet spaces
• Relay food and beverage orders
• Have full knowledge of all food and drink menus
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and awareness of sanitary practices
• Problem solve guest needs with courtesy, dignity, and respect
• Anticipate guests’ needs and exceed customer service expectations
• Maintain composure in a fast-paced environment
• Relay important information about orders, allergies, and special requests to the appropriate person
• Establish a friendly professional rapport with the guest
• Bus tables when the meal is completed and prepare the table for the next course
• Maintain a clean working environment

ABOUT US

Since 1963, Clyde's Restaurant Group has been a leader in the DMV restaurant scene, known for exceptional guest service and fostering a positive culture for employees. Our 14 properties include Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, 1789 Restaurant, Fitzgerald's, The Tombs, Rye Street Tavern, Cordelia Fishbar, Hamilton Live, and Ebbitt House (opening Fall 2026).

We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

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