Server Banquets

Job Title:

Server Banquets/Attendant Banquets

Department:

Conf Mgmt - Banquets

Company:

Gaylord Hotels

Reports To:

Asst Mgr Banquets

Supervises:

N/A

Job Description Date:

8/22/06

Job Purpose: Two to three sentences describing the overall purpose of the job

Provide food and beverage service to banquet function guests. Ensure proper setup and breakdown of assigned banquets.

Job Responsibilities: Maximum of ten responsibilities, in order of percentage of time spent on functions from longest to shortest; do not list anything that doesnot represent at least 10% of the job's time. Please include supervisory responsibilities.

1.

Serve and clear food and beverage items according to function requirements.

2.

Ensure that buffets, bars, coffee breaks and tables are properly set according to specific function diagrams and standards.

3.

Attend to buffets, bars, coffee breaks and tables according to function requirements.

4.

Attend all pre-shift meeting to ensure knowledge of event menu and requirements.

5.

Ensure full knowledge of menu and beverage selections for the event.

6.

Maintain cleanliness in all banquet function areas and storerooms as assigned.

7.

Ensure that all side stations are stocked to appropriate standards for particular function.

8.

Communicate clearly with all banquet guests to ensure proper service.

9.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications: Describe the minimum qualifications needed to complete the job responsibilities.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience

Minimum of one-year serving experience preferred. Good communication skills required.

Licenses/Certifications

Alcoholic Beverage Commission (ABC) and Food Handlers cards may be required.

Discretion & Independent Judgment: Answer all questions and provide multiple specific examples.

Question

Answer ( If yes, give multiple examples)

Does this position have authority to formulate, affect, interpret, or implement management policies or operating practices?

No

Does this position have authority to commit the employer in matters that have significant financial impact?

No

Does this position have authority to waive or deviate from established policies and procedures without prior approval?

No

Does this position have authority to negotiate and bind the company on significant matters?

No

Is this position involved in planning long or short-term business objectives?

No

Does this position represent the company in handling complaints, arbitrating disputes or resolving grievances?

No

Does this position have authority to make an independent choice, free from immediate direction or supervision or make decisions orrecommendations that may occasionally be reviewed, revised or reversed?

No

Physical Requirements: Indicate requirements that are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.

Ability to speak and hear. Close and distance vision. Frequent sitting with some walking and standing. Frequently lifts/carries up to 5lbs. Continual use of manual dexterity and gross motor skills with frequent use of bi-manual dexterity and fine motor skills.

Additional physical and visual requirements (check all that apply)

Identify and distinguish colors

x

Stand for long periods of time

Walk extended distances

x

Lift/carry 6-25 lbs.

x

Lift/carry 26-50 lbs.

Lift/carry over 50 lbs.

x

Reach hands and arms in any direction

x

Kneel and/or stoop repeatedly

Other:

Working Conditions: Indicate the environmental aspects of the job.

Continually works inside and in close proximity to others.

Additional working conditions (check all that apply)

x

Outdoor weather conditions

Extreme cold (non-weather)

Extreme heat (non-weather)

x

Wet or humid conditions

Near moving or mechanical parts

On high precarious places

With fumes or airborne particles

Near risk of electrical shock

Near toxic or caustic chemicals

x

Near loud noises

x

In areas of strong vibration

x

Other: Varying weekly schedule including evenings, holidays, weekends, and overtime as business dictates.