WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
The ideal Banquets Server for Bear Creek is a guest service focused individual with the ability to help create a positive, memorable experience for our guests. The successful team member will be able to work with their team as well as individually, have good communication skills, be detail oriented and foster the Bear Creek culture by focusing on our guests. This position will be an important member of the Banquets Department team, as a key service provider to the guests at banquet events. They will be the main team member who interacts with guests and will be critical to the guest experience that Bear Creek is known for.
WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:
Efficiently complete pre-function side work
Greet guests as they arrive and assist with seating at tables
Serve all food courses and non-alcoholic beverage items to the guest in accordance with function requirements
Clear each course following procedures
Maintain complete knowledge of service requirements for assigned function
Detailed menu selections, major ingredients, appearance, texture, quality standards, garnish and method of presentation
Maintain complete knowledge of and strictly abide by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons and drunk driving
Knowledge of:
characteristics/description of wines/champagne ordered
prices for specified bar selections on cash bars
station assignment and table set-up
group name, type of function and expected attendance
scheduled hours of service
special requests/arrangements
order of service, traffic flow in room
Remove all tabletop items, linen and equipment from the function room as designated by function requirements
Set up, monitor, refresh and breakdown coffee breaks, receptions and buffet tables for specified functions according to group requirements
Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended
Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas
Efficiently complete closing side duties
Adhere to payment, cash handling and credit policies/procedures
Follow maintenance program and cleaning schedule
Handle all beverage needs as specified in contract
WHAT WE EXPECT FROM ALL BCMR TEAM MEMBERS: Acknowledge all guests and respond promptly to their needs, however busy and whatever time of day. Ensure unresolved incidents are reported to Manager/Supervisor
Familiarity with all hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately
Contribute to the team's success by accomplishing tasks and assisting with projects as needed
Maintain knowledge and compliance with departmental policies, service procedures, and standards
Work as a team member to ensure our guests have the best possible experience
Understand emergency procedures and be able to apply them when necessary
Report any incidents, property damage or injuries immediately to Manager/Supervisor
Attend department meetings and training sessions as necessary
Other duties as assigned by Manager and/or Supervisor
Support Southern Management's Mission, Vision, and Values
Comply with Bear Creek and Southern Management's policies and procedures
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 18 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages
1 year experience as a Restaurant or Banquet food server preferred
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Availability during peak operating times, i.e.: weekends, holidays and special events
JOB KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data
Knowledge of various food service styles (i.e., French service, Russian service, Family style service, Butler style service).
Compute basic arithmetic and mathematical calculations
Organized and detail oriented
Excellent time management skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in stressful, high-pressure situations while maintaining composure and guest satisfaction
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & EVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Demands data elements provide a systematic way of describing the physical activities that an occupation requires of a worker. The assessment of these elements is focused primarily on the physical demands of the job - not the physical capacities of the worker. Physical Demand refers to the level and/or duration of physical exertion generally required to perform occupational tasks (sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, pushing, and pulling). Alternate Sit/Stand or Walk at Will: The ability to alternate between sitting and standing is present when a worker has the flexibility to choose between sitting or standing as needed when this need cannot be accommodated by scheduled breaks and/or lunch period.
Climbing Ramps/Stairs: Ascending or descending ramps and/or stairs using feet and legs. Hands and arms may be used for balance (e.g., to hold a railing). Note: Stairs involved in commute/getting into building are excluded if work is always performed in one building. Stairs onto a vehicle or a piece of machinery/equipment are included.
Communicating Verbally: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to clients or the public and to convey detailed spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine.
Far Visual Acuity: Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. This is not just the ability to see a person or object, but the ability to recognize features as well.
Fine Manipulation: Picking, pinching, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than the whole hand or arm as in gross manipulation.
Gross Manipulation: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand(s). Note: Fingers are involved only to the extent that they are an extension of the hand.
Hearing Requirements: The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., machinery alarms, medical codes/alarms). One-on-one (in person)
Group or conference (in person)
Other sounds
Kneeling: Bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee(s).
Lifting/Carrying: Lifting is to raise or lower an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling). Carrying is to transport an objectusually by holding it in the hands or arms but may occur on the shoulder. Up to 50 pounds.
Near Visual Acuity: Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print), including use of computers.
Peripheral Vision: Observing an area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point.
Pushing/Pulling: May involve use of hands/arms, feet/legs, and/or feet only done with one side of the body or both sides. Pushing - Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force
Pulling - Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force
Reaching At/Below Shoulder Level: Extending hand and arms from 0 up to 150 degrees in a vertical arc. Reaching requires the straightening and extension of the arm and elbow and the engagement of the shoulder. The elbow does not need to be locked at any time and the arm does not need to remain in a continuously straight position.
Reaching Overhead: Extending hands and arms in a 150 to 180 degrees vertical arc. Reaching requires the straightening and extension of the arm and elbow and the engagement of the shoulder. The elbow does not need to be locked at any time and the arm does not need to remain in a continuously straight position.
Standing/Walking: Standing is to remain on one's feet in an upright position at a workstation without moving about. Walking is to move about on foot.
Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist - requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Outdoors: Job requires work outdoors with workers unprotected and exposed to the elements. This does not include the commute to/from work.
Wetness: Any non-weather-related contact with water or other liquids.
Proximity to Moving Mechanical Parts: Operation of or proximity to moving materials, mechanical parts, settings, or any moving objects (most commonly moving machinery or equipment) that could cause bodily harm.
Noise Intensity Level: The noise intensity level to which the worker is exposed in the job:
Loud
Indoor / Office Environment