Banquet Server - On Call

The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton features 270 guest rooms, 15,000 sq. feet of meeting space, restaurant and bar. Centrally located in Bethesda, Maryland, the Bethesdan Hotel is part of a vibrant and welcoming community surrounded by charming neighborhoods, business innovators, walkable shops and great places to eat and drink. The hotel is minutes away from the National Institutes of Health and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Conveniently walking distance from the Bethesda Metro station, the Bethesdan Hotel is a train ride or short drive from Washington, DC.

The Bethesdan Hotel is currently looking for an On Call Banquet Server to join the team. The Banquet Server is responsible for setting up events and serving food and/or beverages in a friendly, courteous and professional manner.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Set up banquet room as instructed by Supervisor to include linen, service-ware and glassware.
• Attend roll call meetings before events to learn function particulars, including guest and hotel expectations.
• Greet guests and respond to requests in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Serve the food and/or beverage in the order and to the expectation of the Supervisor to ensure consistency throughout the banquet. 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.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on weekends and holidays, if needed.
• Perform any other job related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must have the ability to communicate in English. Self-starting personality with an even disposition. Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times. Can communicate well with guests. 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 throughout the shift. Ability to operate beverage equipment, e.g., coffee maker. Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods at a time.