Banquet Server

**Job Title**: Banquet Server

**Job Status**:Permanent. Hours of work per week will vary based on business volume

**Start Wage**: $18.24/hr to $18.74/hr (at 1 yr.), plus a minimum $5 of gratuities for every hour worked in an event

**Summary of Position**:
To represent the Inn at Laurel Point in all guest interactions as “A refined coastal experience in a waterfront city setting, guided by sincere, friendly service, to create remarkable memories.” A Banquet Server serves food and beverage to guests and provides table maintenance and room setup and tear down.

**Responsibilities**:

- Greet guests in a friendly, enthusiastic manner
- Serve guests food and beverage
- Setup and tear down of banquet functions in a timely manner
- Attention to detail and ensuring cleanliness of service areas
- Reading and understanding Banquet Event Orders and following every last detail
- Direct liaison with Events department and Culinary department to ensure setup of function meets standards
- Working quickly and efficiently with team members and individually
- Ensures that all safety procedures are followed when transporting equipment and reports injuries immediately to leader
- Responsible for handling of all equipment and linens and ensuring these are in proper working order, e.g. no rips or stains on linen
- Complete other duties as assigned in a timely manner
- Complies with the Inn at Laurel Point’s procedures and code of ethics

**Qualifications**:

- Knowledgeable of all serving standards
- Previous serving experience required
- Food and wine knowledge
- Previous bartending experience is an asset
- Foodsafe Level 1 and Serving It Right certified
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently with limited supervision
- Ability to problem solve
- Team oriented
- Must be able to embrace the 4 core values of the Inn at Laurel Point: Excellence, Respect, Curiosity and Stewardship

**Job Requirements**:

- Must have flexible availability and transportation for shift work: from very early mornings, to very late nights (past midnight) as shifts will vary from day-to-day and week-to-week
- Must be fully available to work weekends and statutory holidays
- Must be able to lift 40lbs on a regular basis
- Must be legally permitted to work in Canada

**Reports To**:Events Operations Manager

What’s in it for you?
- Competitive Wages
- A fun & friendly workplace culture that embraces diversity
- Cross-training opportunities to grow your skills
- Best staff meal in town and by the way, it’s free
- Complimentary parking on non-restricted days during the off-season
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Colleague of the month recognition program
- Summertime volleyball on Sticky Wicket rooftop, BBQs on our stunning Terrace patio, free themed year-end Gala to thank you
- Aura waterfront restaurant + patio staff discount - 50%
- Need a staycation? We’ve got you covered, after your 1-year work anniversary, enjoy a complimentary one night stay including breakfast for 2
- Friends & Family hotel discount (so you can show off your amazing workplace)
- Industry discounts
- Workshops
- Cross-training opportunities
- Skill and advancement training programs
- Shower and locker facilities

Thank you for considering Inn at Laurel Point as your employer of choice

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $18.24 per hour

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay
- Tips

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person