On-Call Banquet Staff

Ontario Trillium Foundation; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Trillium Foundation in New Orleans is seeking a banquet server to set up banquet rooms, take beverage orders, and serve food at designated stations during events. The role requires maintaining cleanliness and coordinating with the Banquet Captain to ensure smooth service.

Responsibilities include handling wine, coffee, water and other beverages, attending pre-service sessions, and complying with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write and execute basic math.
• Prior banquet or wait service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and clean banquet rooms and serve banquets.
• Take beverage orders and serve food at assigned stations.
• Pour and refill wine, coffee, water and other beverages.
• Clear soiled dishes as needed and maintain cleanliness.
• Assist in closing functions and reset room for next function.
• Attend staff meetings including pre-service sessions.
• Follow all food safety-related requirements.
• Complete other assignments as directed by the Banquet Captain.

Skills

High school diploma / GED

Basic math reading/writing

Banquet/wait service experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Reports to: Banquet Captain, Clubhouse Manager

Supervises: No supervisory duties are included in this position.

Classification:

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• The ability to read, write and execute basic math skills.
• Prior banquet or wait service experience is preferred.

Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations

• Knowledge of all order on arrival menu items, preparation methods, ingredients, garnishes and wine list.
• Ability to execute all service types (i.e., Russian, French, American, buffet, etc.).
• Assures that all state and local laws and club policies and procedures for the service of alcoholic beverages are consistently followed.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform required role during emergency situations.

Job Summary (Essential Functions)

Set up and clean banquet rooms and serve banquets.

Job Tasks/Duties

• Performs related banquet set-up tasks.
• Provides immediate attention to all members and guests upon seating them.
• Takes beverage orders and serves food in specified station.
• Pours and refills wine, coffee, water and other beverages served with and after the meal.
• Clears soiled dishes as needed.
• Cleans all assigned work areas in kitchen and banquet areas.
• Advise supervisor of any member or guest complaints as soon as they occur.
• Assists in closing functions such as removing linen, bussing glasses, dishes, silverware, etc., and re-setting the room for next function.
• Attends staff meetings including pre-service (line-up) sessions.
• Consistently follows all food safety-related requirements.
• Completes other appropriate assignments made by the Banquet Captain.

Licenses and Special Requirements

• Food safety certification.
• Of legal age to serve alcoholic beverages.
• Alcohol beverage certification.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch and twist or reach.
• Push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds.
• Continuous repetitive motions.
• Work in hot, humid, and noisy environment.

$10/hour + tips