Description
We are seeking a hard-working Event Server who believes in portraying excellence. The ideal candidate is courteous, professional, and works well with a team. They are responsible for greeting guests, helping them find their seats, and serving food and drinks throughout the event. An Event Server is also responsible for assisting with planning events, preparing and cleaning up the event, serving guests, and responding to questions, complaints and special requests.
In order to be successful in the Event Server role, candidates must have excellent customer service and communication skills. Professionalism, politeness, and efficiency as a server are also required. No direct server experience is required but you MUST be coachable and be willing to learn.
This is a contracted, on call position. If selected, you will be offered an event 2 to 3 weeks in advance.
This position pays $14 per hour.
Banquet Server Responsibilities Include:

• Greeting guests as they arrive to the event and directing them to the right table or seat
• Making sure guests are comfortable by answering questions, ensuring special requests and instructions are relayed to the kitchen and bar, and serving the food and beverages
• Circle around the event with trays of appetizers and beverages easily accessible to the guests
• Pointing guests in the right direction for necessary services and features of the event
• Supporting other staff members who may need help in order to maintain guest satisfaction
• Keeping guests and staff members safe by following safety and quality regulations

Banquet Server Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Needs to meet state minimum age requirements (if alcohol will be served)
• Courteous, professional, and attentive to guests of the events
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job: stand for long periods of time, climb stairs, carry heavy objects
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills
• Work as part of a team to maintain guest satisfaction
• Follow instructions provided for each specific event
• Flexibility to work early mornings, late nights, weekends and holidays

Company Information
Simply Southern Catering (formerly Shift Catering Co.) is a full service caterer that makes luxury cuisine attainable for all. Covering social and corporate events of all sizes, we offer a selection of menus and packages; however, many of our events are customized to meet the needs of each client.