banquet server

Title posted on indeed.com - Part Time Banquet Server

Posted on September 09, 2026 by Employer details Double Tree By Hilton Calgary North

Job details

*JOB SUMMARY* The Banquet Server is responsible for setting up a variety of functions i.e. dinners, weddings and conferences; serving these functions and cleaning up and the storage of equipment afterwards. *QUALIFICATION STANDARDS* *Education and Experience* * Some serving experience in either restaurants or banquet facilities is preferable * Proserve certification is required * If bartending, must have a minimum of 6 months experience, behind a bar, mixing and serving alcoholic beverages *Physical Requirements* * Must be able to lift and move tables, chairs, other pieces of furniture and service trays more than 30lbs * Must be able to work, standing up for long periods of time *Job Knowledge, Skill and Ability* * Must be able to balance trays of food and glasses throughout crowded rooms * Must be able to read and speak English, so you can communicate with other employees and guests * Knows and uses ?Suggestive Selling? techniques when possible i.e. wine sales * If bartending, must be able to make a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, with ingredients found behind the function bar. Able to suggest and upsell cocktails to guests * Be adept at cash handling, with basic mathematic skills necessary to calculate drink totals and change requirements * Able to set up in-house A/V equipment and tear down *DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS* * Must be punctual * Must adhere to hotel grooming standards, and present themselves at the beginning of each shift in a clean and pressed uniform * Reads and interprets a BEO or setup sheets to ensure proper setup * Sets tables in assigned area correctly and uniformly using clean, pressed linen (without rips, stains or tears); cleans silverware; cleans glassware and ensures china has no chips or cracks. Properly cleans and fills table condiments i.e. salt, pepper, sugar, breadbaskets etc * Keeps station neat and clean during service. Constantly patrols assigned station, refilling water, wine etc, removing service items and condiments per established policies and procedures * Uses proper in-room clearing and aisle tray break-down procedures * Returns all reusable table condiments to be cleaned and filled * Assists in setting-up and breaking down buffet or other special food service tables and equipment * Sets-up, serves, and/or breaks-down coffee stations, receptions, and other special functions as assigned, following hotel policies and procedures * Sets-up, tends, and breaks-down banquet bars, as assigned, according to hotel policies and procedures * Greets and serves guests with above average customer service according to hotel policies and procedures * Able to work any shifts including weekends Job Type: Part-time Pay: $18.00 per hour Ability to commute/relocate: * Calgary, AB T2E 1L4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: * serving: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: * Pro Serve (required) Work Location: In person