Temporary - Banquet Server

Universityofnotredame; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame is seeking on-call/temporary Banquet Servers for Three Leaf Catering and The Morris Inn in our campus Hospitality department. This role supports set-up, service, and guest requests in line with University standards.

Responsibilities include food and beverage service, event setup and teardown, and adherence to food-safety guidelines. Availability on football Saturdays and major campus events is required, with strong communication and time-management skills essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods (up to 6 hours).
• Capable of managing time effectively with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare table service for functions as per direction of the Banquet Captain or Lead Banquet Server.
• Follow written specifications provided by the events department.
• Participate in equipment removal following meal service.
• Professionally serve banquet functions; serving food, pouring beverages, and handling special requests of guests.
• Follow established guidelines for the safe handling of food.
• Keep the work area and equipment clean and in good working condition.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Time management

Stamina

Job description

The University of Notre Dame Operations, Events, and Safety (UOES) division is currently hiring for on-call/temporary Banquet Servers at Three Leaf Catering and The Morris Inn in our campus Hospitality department. The UOES division oversees the University's event management, hospitality, and customer service functions, while also supporting student life, academic initiatives, research activities, and annual milestone celebrations.

Banquet Server

This position assists with set-up and tear down of banquet events. The Banquet Server will serve food, pour beverages and handle requests of guests in accordance with the University's methods and service standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare table service for functions as per direction of the Banquet Captain or Lead Banquet Server
• Follow written specifications provided by the events department
• Participate in equipment removal following meal service
• Professionally serve banquet functions; serving food, pouring beverages, and handling special requests of guests
• Follow established guidelines for the safe handling of food
• Keep the work area and equipment clean and in good working condition

Follow food safety procedures for handling, storing, and serving food products

MUST be available to work football Saturdays and all major campus events

Capable of managing time effectively with minimal supervision

Excellent communication and listening skills

Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours at a time)

Pay Rate: $17.50/hr + gratuity

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.