Full Time Server - Off Site Catering

Description

The Kensington Hotel is looking for a full-time server to work with our Off-site catering department.  The schedule may be flexible, with afternoons and early evenings being the most necessary.   We offer a generous benefit package for all full-time employees, including:

• Medical 
• Dental
• Vision
• Pet insurance
• 401k
• World wide hotel discounts!

The  successful candidate will: 

Attend pre-meal meetings before events to learn function particulars and expectations.

Greet guests and respond to requests in a friendly and courteous manner.

Serve the food and/or beverage to Supervisor’s expectations. Promptly remove dishes as guests complete each course and/or meal at the end of the meal or function.

Abide by all State, Federal and Corporate requirements pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages.

Replenish beverages as necessary, and check with guests for overall satisfaction.

Once banquet is complete, reset banquet room according to Supervisor’s specifications to ensure the readiness of the room for the following function.

Perform any other job related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older

Must have the ability to communicate in English. Can communicate well with guests. 

Self-starting personality with an even disposition.

Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times. 

Must be willing to “pitch-in” and help co- workers with their job duties and be a team player.

Must have basic knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette. Knowledge of the appropriate table settings and service ware. 

Ability to comprehend and apply written product labeling instructions to enable the safe application of products and processes within the hotel. 

Ability to remember, recite and promote the variety of menu items. 

Ability to transport up to 30 lbs. through a crowded room on a continuous basis.

Ability to operate beverage equipment, e.g., coffee maker.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and customers.