Banquet Food Server - On Call

Embassy Suites by Hilton Newark Wilmington South • Newark, DE, US

Posted 1 hour ago

Description

Are you passionate about customer service and willing to ensure guests have a great experience at our special events? If so, you would be an outstanding banquet server on our busy events team. We need someone welcoming and attentive to serve food and drinks to guests, clear plates and silverware, and make sure any special guest needs or requests are taken care of. Our banquet servers need to have a team-first approach since you'll be working closely with other servers, banquet captains, and kitchen staff to ensure events run smoothly. Ideally, our next banquet server has experience in food service or hospitality. If this describes you, please apply as soon as possible!

Responsibilities

Ensure that you meet the needs and provide outstanding service for our guests for the entirety of any event
Carry coffee pots, water pitchers, and other drinks around the room, refilling guests' cups and glasses as requested
Verify that you and your team members are following relevant food handling safety requirements
Walk around the room serving guests appetizers, meals, side dishes, drinks, and other items as requested
Clear plates, replace silverware, and be mindful of needs guests have

Qualifications

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with guests and other team members
Outstanding time management and organizational skills
We prefer some experience working in the food service industry
Educational requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent GED certification
Proven customer service experience with a strong guest-focused mentality

About Embassy Suites by Hilton Newark Wilmington South

Across from the University of Delaware, this all-suite hotel offers spacious 2-room suites, along with many free and modern amenities, including free WIFI, evening reception, and free parking.

The Embassy Suites Newark-Wilmington/South is conveniently located near the I-95 motorway, which provides easy access to popular area sites such as Delaware Park Racetrack and Casino. The Wilmington Riverfront area, along with the Delaware Art Museum and a number of corporate offices, is also nearby.