Title Banquet Server | Part-Time | Donald L. Tucker Civic Center

Oak View Group (OVG) is a global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, renowned for its comprehensive platform that covers venue development, management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, OVG manages an impressive collection of seven world-class owned venues and partners with iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions across four continents. With a steadfast commitment to excellence and innovation, OVG continues to set industry standards for creating unforgettable event experiences worldwide.

One of OVG's key assets is the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center, located in Tallahassee, Florida. This dynamic venue boasts a 12,500-seat arena, 34 luxury suites, 476 club seats, and over 54,000 square feet of exhibition and meeting space, including the unique Spotlight Grille restaurant overlooking the arena. Known as the home court for Florida State Men’s and Women’s basketball, the Civic Center also serves as a versatile destination for concerts, trade shows, large catered events, receptions, religious services, and classes. The venue is celebrated for its electric atmosphere, vibrant energy, and community engagement.

The Banquet Server position at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center is a part-time opportunity managed by OVG360, a division specializing in venue management and event programming. This role is essential to delivering outstanding guest service during various banquet functions and events hosted at the Civic Center. The position offers an hourly wage of $15.50 and provides part-time employees with valuable benefits such as a 401(k) Savings Plan inclusive of matching.

As a Banquet Server, you will play a vital role in enhancing the overall event experience by assisting the Food and Beverage and Event Manager teams. Your responsibilities will span from preparing and serving beverages and wine, setting up tables to specific meal period standards, cleaning and arranging workstations, to providing detailed menu descriptions and accommodating special guest orders. An essential aspect of this position is delivering high-quality, professional, and personalized service, ensuring every guest feels valued and well cared for throughout their event.

Successful candidates will embody OVG’s core values of professionalism, adaptability, and teamwork. Flexibility is crucial, as the schedule may include days, nights, weekends, extended workdays, and multiple consecutive workdays. Applicants must be at least 18 years old to serve alcohol and should possess a friendly, honest demeanor with strong communication skills to build rapport with guests and colleagues alike.

Working at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center means joining a diverse, inclusive environment where the team is united to make a difference. OVG strongly promotes inclusivity, valuing diverse perspectives as an essential driver of innovation, enhanced service quality, and organizational excellence. The company is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, ensuring employees and applicants receive fair treatment regardless of veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or other protected classes under applicable laws.

This evergreen role accepts applications on an ongoing basis, allowing for continuous recruitment of talented individuals passionate about hospitality and live event service. As part of the team at this prestigious venue, you will gain valuable experience in event hosting, learn best practices in food and beverage service, and contribute to memorable experiences for thousands of guests. The position offers a dynamic, fast-paced work environment ideal for those eager to grow their career in the event and hospitality industry while enjoying part-time work flexibility.