Banquet Server

Overview:

Join the friendly team at Florida's most beautiful tropical hideaway, right on the waters of Tampa Bay. Rusty Pelican offers an unforgettable culinary experience for its guests, and a thriving and inspiring culture for its team members and community.

A few of our recent accolades include:

• #1 Best Waterfront Restaurant in Tampa: Yelp

• Best Brunch: Tampa Magazine

• 18 best Restaurants in Tampa: Restaurant Clicks
• 20 Gorgeous Wedding venues in Tampa: Wedding Rule
• Best Tampa Date Night: That’s So Tampa

Pay: $ - $20 / hour

Top-notch Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• 24 hours paid Sick Time renewed yearly
• Management Referral Program with a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions
• Employee Meals
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balance
• Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks per year
• Up to 3 days Paid Bereavement
• Moral (PRIDE) Program- rewarding employees with a variety of prizes for those who exemplify the company’s values.
• Full time employees qualify for- Comprehensive Health Plans, Employer paid life Insurance, Supplemental Benefit Plans, 401k with annual employer match
• Numerous opportunities for growth and advancement

Job Summary:

As a Banquet Server at Rusty Pelican in Miami, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional dining experiences for guests attending various events, including weddings, corporate functions, and special occasions. Your primary responsibility will be to deliver high-quality service, ensuring guests' satisfaction and contributing to the overall success of the banquet operations.

Essential Responsibilities:

Set up and Preparation:

• Assist in the setup and arrangement of banquet rooms according to the event specifications.
• Ensure all tables, chairs, linens, and tableware are properly organized and presentable.
• Check and confirm the accuracy of the event details, including seating arrangements and special requests

Food and Beverage Service:

Team Collaboration:

Guest Satisfaction:

Safety and Compliance:

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a banquet server or in a similar role is preferred.
• High School graduate / min 18 years of age
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to provide exceptional guest experiences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with guests and team members.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining composure and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of food and beverage service procedures and etiquette.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required by the banquet schedule.
• Physical stamina and the ability to lift and carry heavy trays or equipment.

Physical Demands:

• Strength demands: Medium work. Includes exerting 10-45 pounds.
• Walking and standing during a 6-8 hour shift.

Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law. All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing of a background check.

Experience

• 1 year(s): Banquet Serving or similar

Education

• High School or better

Skills

• Leadership
• Team Player
• Serving

Behaviors

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals