Full time Banquet Server

Company: Willows Lodge
Location: Woodinville
Posted on: September 23, 2022

Job Description:

Willows Lodge is the gathering place of choice for meetings, corporate retreats and special occasions all year round. The amenities of our luxury Woodinville lodge and the high level of service from our experienced staff allow us to devote special attention to each occasion.Simply gorgeous venues - indoors and out. Located on five acres of flourishing gardens by the Sammamish River, Willows Lodge is the setting for some of the most beautiful weddings in Washington State. Inspired, award-winning food and wine. Willows weddings are catered by one of the Northwest's finest restaurants.Job DescriptionWe are looking for a highly motivated Banquet Server to join our team! This individual will help to set up and prepare banquet room for banquet functions, serve and bus tables as well as clear and tear down banquet rooms at the end of the function.If making meaningful connections, figuring out what it takes and stepping it up to win the day is what you do, and you love it, we want you! This is a tremendous opportunity for a driven person to grow and learn at a world-class property!Your role:Set up for functions to include draping tables, setting silverware, folding napkins, preparing drinks and placing table centerpiecesService to include picking up food from kitchen, carrying trays to function location, serve food and clear the food from the tablesBreak down to include bussing tables, putting away dirty linen and centerpieces, vacuuming.Set up for AM or PM break stations that include coffee, tea, snacks, beverages, pletes event room setup according to meal period and table needsPerforms food & beverage preparation duties such as preparing condiments, brewing coffee and ensuring workstations are stockedServes food and beverages to guestsRemoves dishes, glasses, silverware or other items from tablescounter tops and takes them to the kitchenExplains how various menu items are prepared, cooking methods and ingredientsTakes into consideration any special request and dietary issues made by the guestProvides general property informationOffers warm and sincere welcomefarewell for all guestsInteracts with staff in a professional manner, assisting other departments with necessary informationEnsures final quality check on food and beverage items prior to serving guestsMonitors assigned tables for customer satisfaction, quality and additional serviceAddresses any guest issue promptly and with high concernProvides assistance to other event and restaurant staff as neededQualificationsSomeone with an engaging and welcoming personalitySomeone with 2-4 years of food service experienceSomeone with knowledge of wine, beer, cocktails, and spiritsSomeone who can work under pressure in a fast-paced environmentSomeone with a passion for creating an exceptional experience for all guestsSomeone with excellent communication skillsAbility to frequently life andor move up to 50 poundsCurrent WA State Food Handler's permit and MAST permit

Keywords: Willows Lodge, Seattle , Full time Banquet Server, Hospitality & Tourism , Woodinville, Washington