Banquet Server

Job Description

Job Description

DEPARTMENT: Food & Beverage Catering

LOCATION:  Primarily stationed at the Lake Terrace Convention Center; but work may require travel to other Hattiesburg Convention Commission (HCC).  These include the Saenger Theater, African American Military History Museum, Eureka School Museum and the Hattiesburg Zoo.  Travel may also be required for errands, conferences, and seminars.

SHIFT: As needed including nights, weekends, and holidays.

REPORTS TO:  Front of House Supervisor

SUMMARY:  The Banquet Server position is scheduled as needed for large parties and other special events. Servers will be contacted one week in advance of potential work for availability and scheduling. If desired, server has the potential to move to the regular part-time wait staff depending on facility needs and the server's abilities, including professionalism, quality of service, courtesy to customer and co-workers, initiative, punctuality, dependability, and overall work ethic. Enthusiastic self-starters interested in creating exceptional customer experiences should apply.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties will include, but are not limited to, setting rooms, decorating, prepping food, pre-setting food items for plated service, buffet service and receptions, serving food, refilling drinks, refreshing breaks, refreshing buffet lines, bussing dishes, washing dishes, cleaning, and/or working concession stands.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

Food service and catering experience is a plus.

Must retain a valid Driver’s License and meet the eligibility requirements to drive while conducting company business.

Must be willing to work flexible and irregular hours

Must be able to read and write. 

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds

Must be able to stand on feet for long periods of time

Able to do repetitive work

Able to work in a high paced environment

Able to follow written or verbal instructions

Must be punctual, dependable, and flexible with job schedule

Positive attitude and a willingness to learn

Team Player

Able to meet deadlines