Catering Server | Part-Time | Iowa Events Center
Oak View Group - Part Time
Des Moines · IA
Server/Concessions · Food/Beverage Management · Restaurant/Catering Management
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Overview
The Catering Server is responsible for serving guests in the venue dining areas at catered functions. The Catering Server must be personable, professional, and able to work in an ever-changing fast-paced environment. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.
This role pays an hourly rate of $16.00-$18.00
Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching.
This position will remain open until November 6, 2026.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate ability to meet the company standard for excellence in the areas of guest service, interaction with co-workers, and uniform standards.
- Read and comprehend Banquet Event Orders when setting up guest events with proper linen, dishware, glassware, and flatware, as well as execute banquet service on the contracted event menu & event timeline.
- Responsible for serving meals to guests or replenishing food for buffet service.
- Serve beverages to guests, including alcoholic beverages. Must check guest’s ID in accordance with state/federal regulations to verify the minimum age requirement for the purchase of alcoholic beverages.
- Listening and responding to any customer requests or concerns.
- Responsible for refilling salt, pepper, sugar, cream, condiments, and napkins, as needed.
- Responsible for replacing tableware and linens as needed during an event or for room turnover.
- Responsible for maintaining a clear and organized workspace.
- Maintains sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 1+ years’ experience as a server in a fine dining, large-scale dining facility, or similar field preferred.
- Detail-oriented, ability to multi-task
- Ability to prioritize and execute on a list of written tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to be self-directed while working in a team-oriented environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and long hours.