Banquet Server - DoubleTree by Hilton Battle Creek
DoubleTree by Hilton Battle Creek
Battle Creek, MI
Permanent
Full-time
23 days ago
6PM Hospitality is seeking positive, forward-thinking individuals to join our team at the newly-renovated DoubleTree by Hilton in Battle Creek, MI. 6PM Hospitality consists of a team of hospitality experts who draw upon decades of experience to make everything from the front desk to the back office achieve a standard of excellence. We partner with property owners, brands, investors and financial institutions to transform short stays into unforgettable experiences, and turn investments into solid returns. Come be a part of our excellence driven team!Position Summary:The Banquet Server position is responsible for all banquet and service production for all banquet related events. This position will set up and break down hotel special event and serve food and beverages to banquet/event attendees. The Banquet Server will assure that the guest’s needs are consistently exceeded while following 6PM Hospitality’s Core Values, Hilton standards, and local health department standards.Essential Functions:
Greet guests and oversee actual service on a routine basis.
Participate in all banquet activities, including day, night and weekend activities.
Assure that the banquet room areas are set up at the beginning of an event and cleaned at the end of the event
Assist arriving guests in finding their seats and direct guests to in-house facilities
Serve event attendees food and beverages
Promptly attend to guest complaints or issues and escalate to Banquet Supervisor immediately
Maintain constant communication with supervisor, to ensure all meals/course are out in a timely manner
Verify special/allergy/dietary requests by guests are double checked and follow up
Have knowledge of Battle Creek and surrounding areas to answer questions about event attendees
Ensure special requests by guests are given prompt attention
Participate in daily team meeting both pre-shift and post shift
Exhibit regular and recurrent attendance record
Follow all 6PM Hospitality Processes
Other duties as requested by management
Has complete knowledge of menu items, bar products, and pricing
Report to work in professionally appropriate attire, presented neat, and clean
Maintain appearance, upkeep, and cleanliness of all food and beverage equipment and facilities
Ensure all safety and sanitation standards are met
Participate in sanitation and cleaning schedules to meet and exceed health department standards
Demonstrate exemplary customer-centric behavior at all times
Must maintain the highest level of professionalism to achieve the high standards of service and quality for which 6PM Hospitality Partners, LLC and Hilton is known
Position Requirements:Minimum Knowledge:
Requires ability to interpret / extract information and / or perform arithmetic functions.
Requires typing, record keeping, and/or word processing. Good communication skills
Formal Education and Job-Related Experience:
This position requires a minimum formal education of a HS Diploma or equivalent related experience
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:Stress Load: Regular exposure to stressesWorkload Fluctuation: The workload required to perform this job requires ability to adapt to changeManual Skills: Significant portions (more than 50%) of daily assignments involve application of manual skills requiring motor coordination in combination with finger dexterity, e.g., typing, handwriting, or machine operationsPhysical Effort: Some portions (10- 50%) of daily assignments involve prolonged standing, transporting material or equipment, or lifting, moving, or carrying heavy (over 30 pounds) materials for intermittent periods throughout the dayPhysical Environment: Some portions (10-50%) of daily assignments involve exposure to dirt, odors, noise, or temperature / weather extremes. Working surfaces may be un-level, slippery, or unstableWork Schedule: Work regularly requires or varies between day, evening, night, holiday, and/or weekend assignments. Schedule varies according to business demands and needs.Occupational Risks: Some portions (10- 50%) of daily assignments involve occupational risk, such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, injuries from falls, or back injury sustained with assisting in moving, lifting, or positioning equipment or materialsErgonomics Risks: Some portions (10 – 50%) of daily assignments involve ergonomic risk, such as regular repetitive tasks, forceful or prolonged exertions of the hands, vibration, cold temperatures, heavy lifting, pulling, pushing, or carrying of heavy objects, poor body mechanics, restrictive workstations, or awkward posturesSafety: Responsible for adhering to all safety policies and procedures of 6PM HospitalityRequired Travel: This position stays on the property. No travel required.Employee Benefits
Paid time off for all full-time and part-time team members
8 hours of paid volunteer paid for all team members
Holiday pay
Travel discounts for employees, friends, & family
Restaurant discounts
Referral Program
Health, vision, and dental insurance available for all full-time team members
Employee recognition perks and benefits
Advancement opportunities
Paid maternity/paternity leave or adoption leave for qualifying FMLA
Apply today to become part of an authentic, excellence-driven team!