Banquet Server - Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States

Oak View Group · Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the m ...

Job description

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Overview

The Banquet Server is responsible serving guests in the venue dining areas and catering functions. The Banquet Server must be customer-service oriented and personable. Must be able to work in an ever- changing fast-paced environment. 

This role will pay an hourly rate of $11.00 and is tip eligible (per CBA).

Benefits as per the union agreement.

EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline

Responsibilities

• Must demonstrate ability to read and comprehend Banquet Event Orders when setting up guest events and serving.
• Responsible for serving meals to guests or replenishing food to the buffet line.
• Responsible for serving beverages to guests including alcoholic beverages. Must check guest's ID to verify minimum age requirement for the consumption of alcoholic beverages.
• Must be able to carry Ten (10) meals on a tray.
• Responsible for recording a client's order and relaying the order to the kitchen. Example: Re-orders and special meal requests.
• Responsible for observing guests to respond to any additional requests and determine when the meal has been completed.
• Responsible for performing side work including but not limited to: refilling salt, pepper, sugar, cream, condiments and napkins.
• Responsible for replacing tableware and linens as necessary.
• Responsible setting up banquet functions including table décor, linens, dishware, glassware and silverware.
• Maintains sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas.
• Must show demonstrated ability to meet the company standard for excellent attendance.
• Additional duties as assigned by your immediate supervisor and/or Ovations management staff for the successful outcome of an event or customer service situation.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, business-like and respectful manner which focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
• Ability to speak read and write in English.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Possess valid food handling certificate and alcohol service permit if required by state or federal regulations.
• High School diploma or equivalent GED strong preferred. Equivalent experience may be substituted.
• Minimum of one (1) year of work experience in events, banquets or restaurants preferred.
• Must be at least eighteen years of age to serve alcoholic drinks.
• Experience working in fine or large scale dining is preferred. 

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.