Overview

A Banquet Server’s responsibility primarily revolves around providing excellent food and beverage service at catered events, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable dining experience for guests. This includes setting up the event space, serving food and drinks, clearing tables, and assisting with cleanup. They also play a role in maintaining a welcoming atmosphere and addressing guests' needs.

This role pays an hourly rate of $12.00 and is tip eligible. 

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until October 16, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand Banquet Event Orders.
• Provide fine dining level food and beverage service to guests for all events consistent with OVG standards of service.
• Initiate and maintain friendly and professional contact with guests, ensuring that all needs are anticipated and met.
• Maintain an inventory for both food and beverage stations. 
• Maintain all event areas and front-of-house staging areas in a tidy and organized manner.
• Participate in both setup and cleanup of food and beverage service items. 
• Work independently during slower times.
• Perform safe work by helping to provide a safe and clean work environment. 
• Collaborate closely with staff while also dealing often with patrons. 

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent GED strongly preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of work experience in events, banquets, or restaurants preferred. 
• Must have a Texas Food Handlers Certification.
• Must be TABC Certified.
• Ability to carry at least 8 entrees per tray. 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and select holidays. 
• Must be detail-oriented to ensure that work is accurate and complete. 
• Ability to multitask.
• Must have a customer-focused, positive, and professional attitude. 
• Strong communications skills.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division). 
• Must be able to stand for extend periods of time. 
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects often.
• Must be punctual with consistent attendance. 
• Must be able to respond to simple complaints or inquiries from customers, members of the business community, and/or regulatory agencies.