Banquet Server

BANQUET SERVER

THE ROLE

The Banquet Server reports directly to the Banquet Captains. As Banquet Server, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional guest experiences during events such as weddings, corporate functions, galas, and other special occasions. Your primary responsibility is to provide efficient and courteous food and beverage service in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This role requires attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to high standards of hospitality.

The Banquet Server schedule is on-call, making it a great secondary position for extra money! We are generally looking for evening and weekend availability.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Set up banquet rooms and tables according to event specifications.
• Greet guests and respond to service requests promptly and professionally.
• Serve plated meals, family meals, buffets, beverages, and desserts with accuracy and attention to timing.
• Clear tables and maintain a clean and organized work area throughout the event.
• Assist with event breakdown and reset as needed.
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with kitchen, bar, and event coordination teams to ensure seamless service.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a person who is compelled to execute a flawless event. You pride yourself on the delivery of an unmatched experience for guests and fellow employees alike. You enjoy and excel in a high-pressure environment and can execute what is needed to exceed our guests' expectations and demonstrate the Aparium difference. You are attentive, courteous, efficient and motivate others by inspiring confidence, respect, enthusiasm, and collaboration.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Passion for the People, Place and Culture of our community, love of Restaurants and Guest Service also required
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain Server Certification within 30-days of hire
• Must meet local age requirements in order to serve alcohol
• Available to work a flexible schedule to include nights, weekends, and holidays
• Fluency in English both verbally and non-verbally

Additional Requirements

• Continuous standing and walking and negotiating wet tile floor and steps
• Fine motor coordination is needed to pour beverages, decorate cocktails and folding napkins
• Ability to roll and/or carry Banquet Table and Chairs
• Standing and walking is continuous for 4-5 hours at a time
• Lifting and carrying 30 lb. tray, crate or box is occasional
• Negotiating varied floor surfaces is continuous
• Carrying over shoulder is occasional
• Hand and elbow movements for polishing glassware, silver, setting up tables, shacking, pouring, and mixing drinks
• Rolling and/or carry Banquet tables is continuous
• Carrying stackable banquet chairs by loading the cart is continuous
• Excellent sight and balance needed for negotiating varied floor surfaces
• Handling lighted candles, and handling hot fluids (coffee and tea)
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10*F) and kitchens (+110*F)

WHO WE ARE

Hotels done differently. It's not just a slogan or catch phrase, it is who we are in everything we do. We believe in the power of People, Place and Character; ensuring our properties are a place where individuals are valued and celebrated as a tribute to the neighborhoods and the people of the communities in which we operate; elevating our associates' pride in who they are, where they live and who we serve.

Soulful, sophisticated, and avant-garde, the Jasper Hotel serves as Fargo's social hub for cultured locals and modern travelers looking to connect, discover and indulge, the intersection of luxury and community. Redefining hotel luxury in North Dakota, this new build has 6,000 square feet of flexible space, 125 rooms and features Rosewild Restaurant, a signature lobby lounge, and a café.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are, where they come from and take pride in who we serve.