Server | Temporary Part-Time | Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center

Oak View Group

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.


Position Summary

The Server is responsible for providing exceptional hospitality and customer service to guests in a fast-paced, high-volume event environment. This position requires professionalism, attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently as part of a team to create a positive guest experience.


This is a temporary role that will start June 11, 2026, and will end on June 23, 2026

This role pays an hourly rate of $19.50 - $21.50 and is tip eligible.

This position will remain open until June 31, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of menu offerings, daily specials, and featured items.
• Provide quick, attentive, friendly, and professional service to all guests.
• Communicate clearly and courteously with guests, co-workers, and management staff.
• Ensure food is served promptly at the proper temperature and according to guest orders.
• Maintain neat and accurate presentation of all food and beverage items.
• Pre-bus and fully bus tables as needed, especially during peak service periods.
• Stock beverage stations and service areas with necessary supplies including ice, glassware, juices, and condiments.
• Maintain responsiveness to guest requests and resolve concerns promptly and professionally.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional appearance and workspace at all times.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, bartenders, bussers, supervisors, and fellow servers to ensure smooth and efficient service operations.
• Build and maintain knowledge of venue and restaurant offerings to accurately answer guest questions and provide recommendations.
• Demonstrate dependable attendance and punctuality while working scheduled events.
• This position operates in a high-volume event and hospitality setting and may require standing and walking for extended periods, carrying trays or supplies, and working in crowded or loud environments during events.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment preferred.
• Previous food service experience required.
• Must possess a valid food handler's certificate and alcohol service permit.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects as needed.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain a positive, enthusiastic, and cooperative work environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts based on event schedules and business needs.

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.