Sonesta Hotels

Banquet Server - On Call

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $23.40 - $26.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Split Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account with Company Match
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid vacation
paid sick days
hotel discounts
educational assistance
Paid parental leave
Company paid life insurance
company paid short term disability insurance
company paid long term disability insurance
employee perks
Hospital Indemnity insurance
critical illness insurance
accident insurance

Job Description

Sonesta is a renowned hospitality company known for delivering exceptional guest experiences through its diverse portfolio of hotels and resorts. With a commitment to excellence in service, Sonesta emphasizes creating memorable moments for its guests while fostering a positive work environment for its employees. As a respected leader in the hospitality industry, Sonesta continually strives to uphold high standards of hospitality, quality, and customer satisfaction. The Sonesta brand is synonymous with warm hospitality, outstanding service, and a welcoming atmosphere, which makes it an ideal place to grow a career in hotel operations and guest services.

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Job Requirements

  • availability for various shifts including early mornings, late nights, double shifts, occasional triple shifts, occasional split shifts, weekends, holidays, and long hours
  • ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos
  • ability to write simple correspondence
  • ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group environments to customers, clients, and employees
  • appropriate professional appearance and demeanor

Job Qualifications

  • track record of delivering exceptional guest or client experience
  • strong communication skills
  • appropriate professional appearance and demeanor
  • availability for various shifts including early mornings, late nights, double shifts, occasional triple shifts, occasional split shifts, weekends, holidays, and long hours
  • understanding of basic room diagrams for station setups and seating charts for guests
  • ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence, and memos
  • ability to write simple correspondence
  • ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group environments

Job Duties

  • maintain pleasant personality and demeanor throughout the function
  • provide food service for banquet events in accordance with hotel and banquet standards
  • setup action stations, cook (ie: simmer, brown, saute), serve patrons at action stations in accordance with head chef plate presentation and garnishes
  • setup banquet buffet displays both hot and cold in allotted time
  • maintain food levels at those displays
  • engage guest(s) at banquet events to determine food allergies, preferences, and dietary needs
  • report those needs and preferences to the proper banquet captain(s)
  • perform proper coffee brewing and tea brewing techniques
  • be familiar with seating positions for plated events and proper serving techniques for synchronized service
  • complete all daily side duties, post function clean up, organization, and deep cleaning of affected work areas
  • attend pre-shift and post-shift meetings with banquet leadership
  • report to banquet leadership for inspection of completed work responsibilities before leaving the hotel property
  • store all banquet and hotel equipment used in an orderly and clean fashion according to banquet leadership instruction
  • deliver passionate and engaging service to guests
  • build solid relationships with colleagues and support team's efforts to succeed
  • work in other areas of the hotel as needed to assist operations

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Experience

No experience required

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