Banquet Server; On Call

Position: Banquet Server (On Call)
Overview

Overview

We are Porter, a progressive venture from the One Workplace family headquartered in Seattle, Washington. We're here to create thoughtful human-centered spaces that foster meaningful relationships through collaborative design so that employees can work their best. We've worked with leading global and local companies to transform and design spaces to promote productivity and creativity. We are driven by radical hospitality, the act of going beyond what is required to add sincerity and integrity to all our work.

Porter is committed to the development of empathetic leaders, diversification of talent and increased representation at every level of our business. We believe in cultivating a culture of inclusion and are dedicated to building and retaining teams through removing unnecessary barriers to employment and providing opportunities for career growth. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status.

Compensation range: $22-24/hr + Tips (Part-Time & On Call)

Benefits:

* 401(k)

* One Life Wellness program

* Upwards- childcare & elderly care program

* As a regular part-time employee, if regularly scheduled for less than 24 hours per week, you

will accrue 1 hour of sick pay for every 30 hours worked.

Position Summary

The Banquet Server plays a key role in delivering seamless and elevated service for special events, corporate functions, and private activations within the Tenant Lounge. This role is guest-facing and operationally supportive, blending hospitality excellence with efficient execution. The Banquet Server will work collaboratively with the event lead and kitchen/bar team to ensure all aspects of the guest experience are executed to Porter Hospitality standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Execute event set-up, service, and tear-down based on BEO (Banquet Event Order) standards.

* Prepare dining and service areas, ensuring accuracy of place settings and cleanliness of space.

* Provide full-service food and beverage hospitality for standing and seated service formats.

* Communicate clearly and professionally with guests, event leads, and fellow team members.

* Anticipate guest needs and respond with grace, urgency, and care.

* Maintain knowledge of food & beverage offerings, including allergens, specials, and beverage pairings.

* Support logistics: linen handling, equipment reset, glassware polish, etc.

* Ensure all service ware is cleared efficiently and discreetly throughout event duration.

* Support additional duties as assigned, including dish support or event reset.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

* Strong knowledge of event set-up, execution, tear down and reset.

* Confidence in answering any guest questions regarding the programming and offerings.

* Willingness to learn and grow through ongoing education with Porter Hospitality.

* Ability to work independently.

PERSONAL COMPETENCIES

Self-Development:
Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.

Relationship management and Teamwork:
The ability to leverage interpersonal skills to establish rapport and develop relationships as part of a multifunctional team in a fast-paced, collaborative and deadline driven environment.

Time Management:
Ability to multi-task to meet goals, good time management skills and ability to take ownership for project deliverables.

Communications & Problem Solving:
Ability to remain optimistic and enthusiastic while creatively solving problems. Convey information to all key stakeholders in both written and verbal formats. Determine and utilize the appropriate communication channels.

Empathy, Involvement & Support:
Listen and respond with empathy. Ability to understand issues and different perspectives of others. Ability to ask for help and encourage others.

Compensation & Details

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