Banquet Server, Part-time, Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa

Regular Part Time Lafayette Park Hotel Associates LP, Lafayette, CA, US

4 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $16.90 To $16.90 Hourly

The luxurious Lafayette Park Hotel and Spa ranks #1 in the region, thanks to stylish guest rooms and suites, top-tier dining, sparkling event spaces and service that’s both gracious and intuitive.

We are seeking Banquet Servers to join our team.

Our Banquet Servers create the perfect set up for every event, whether it be corporate meeting or a celebratory gathering. Not only do they cater to each guest's individual needs, they ensure the occasion will be flawless, with friendly, gracious and professional service, all while delivering the high standards of quality we are known for.

• Reports to Banquet Manager at the beginning of the shift for assignment of various functions.
• Reviews Banquet Event Order to familiarize self with upcoming function.
• Assists in setting room by placing china, glass, silverware, linen, props, service equipment etc., in their proper place.
• Prepares bread baskets, lemons, and ice water, butter, cream and accompaniments and refills salt/pepper shakers.
• Greets guests in a friendly manner with a smile.
• Carries and serves Banquet meals to assigned section.
• Displays knowledge and recites food entrée and preparation to the guest.
• Regularly monitors station to ensure all guests’ needs are met.
• Replenishes beverages as necessary to ensure overall guest satisfaction.
• Observes his/her stations to respond to any additional requests and to determine when the meal has been completed.
• Promptly removes dishes as guest completes each course and/or at the end of the meal.
• Clears tables at the end of the function.
• Places items in the designated storage area.
• All other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by the Hotel from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position. Associates with irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, associates may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the Hotel.

Upon employment, all associates are required to fully comply with the Hotel rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operation of the Hotel facilities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must have basic knowledge of food and beverage preparation, service standards, guest relations and etiquette.
• Able to communicate effectively with the public and other team members.
• Excellent organizational skills
• Able to read, listen and communicate effectively in English.
• Able to effectively deal with customer complaints and concerns in a friendly and positive manner. This involves listening to the nature of the concern demonstrating empathy with the guest and providing positive and proactive solutions
• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Able to move through a crowded room to serve Banquet guests.
• Able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Meets legal age requirements for the position.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or any other combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities. High school diploma is preferred. Three to six months prior Food and Beverage experience is preferred. Excellent wine knowledge is also preferred.

Certified in the Responsible Service of Alcohol and Serve Safe is preferred. Food Handler certification required. CPR/First Aid Certification is preferred.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the…