Banquet Server On Call - The Willard InterContinental Washington Hotel Brand: InterContinental Location: United States, DC, Washington Hotel: The Willard Washington D.C. (WASHA), 1401 Pennsylvania Ave NW, 20004 The Willard InterContinental Washington, DC is one of the most iconic hotels in the Nations Capital. Since 1818, the Willard InterContinental Hotel has hosted the worlds social and political elite. Located in the heart of the nation's capital on Pennsylvania Avenue, the Willard continues to be the hotel of choice for heads of state and leaders of the worlds business, cultural, social and political sectors. About the Banquet Server position Truly memorable banquet event experiences dont just come from delicious dishes, fine dining and exquisite ambiance. Were searching for a new Banquet Server confident in delivering unforgettable experiences through a warm welcome, inspired guest interactions and seamless service from starter to dessert and beyond. A little taste of your day-to-day Every day is different, but youll mostly be: Greeting guests pleasantly as they enter and attend the function; promoting house drinks and utilizing up-selling skills whenever possible to maximize revenues. Serving menu items to guests in a prompt and courteous manner and according to the banquet event order Timing the service of courses to correspond with the dining pace of the guests. Responding to guest inquiries and special requests promptly to ensure guest satisfaction Notifying supervisor of guest complaints or unusual situations. Performing pre- and post-shift side work. Clearing tables after service; removing trays of dirty dishes, silverware and glassware to kitchen. What we need from you The strength to lift, push and pull big objects up to 75lbs (23 kg) which can also involve bending and kneeling A good grasp of reading, writing and basic maths The flexibility to work night, weekend, and holiday shifts Compliance with local laws on food handling and serving alcohol youll need to be above the minimum age required and fluent in the local language Great communication youll be warm, welcoming, and easy to talk to What you can expect from us We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business. The hourly pay rate for this role is $13.47. This rate is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Washington, DC. This is the starting rate we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may pay more or less than the posted rate, and the rate may be modified in the future. An employees pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees. You can apply for this role through the link below (or through the internal career site if you are a current employee). Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. IHG Hotels & Resorts gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well both inside and outside of work and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. So, join us and youll become part of our ever-growing global family. InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s. If youd like to embrace a world of opportunities, wed like to welcome you to the worlds most international luxury hotel brand. You can apply for this role through the link below. If you do not meet every single requirement, you may still be a great fit for the jobapply to start your journey with us today. #J-18808-Ljbffr