Banquet Server

Banquet Server AKA Hotels+Hotel Residences - 2.4 Alexandria, VA Job Details Part-time $7 an hour 5 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Customer communication Guest relations English Customer inquiry handling POS systems Full Job Description Hotel AKA Alexandria, a luxury hotel in Old Town Alexandria, is seeking a Part-Time On-Call Banquet Server to join our Banquet team. The Banquet Server will create a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere, provide guests with exceptional, quality service and creating memorable experience.

Team Member Responsibilities:

Greet customers warmly, take orders, and provide friendly and efficient service. Presents menu, answers questions, and makes suggestions regarding food and service. Skillfully prepare and serve a range hot and cold drinks such as coffee, tea, artisan and specialty beverages Tailoring coffee beverages to meet customer preferences. Writes order on check or memorizes it. Relays order to kitchen and serves courses from kitchen and service bars. Clean and sanitizing work areas, utensils, equipment as well as service and seating areas Garnishes and decorates dishes preparatory to serving. Serves patrons from chafing dish at table. Observes diners to respond to any additional requests and to determine when meal has been completed. Ladles soup, tosses salads, portions pies and desserts, brews coffee, and performs other services as determined by establishment's size and practices. Clears and resets counters or tables at conclusion of each course. Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis. Perform any other job related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Minimum of one year of Guest Service experience. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, including taking orders, preparing beverages, serving food, and attending to customer needs promptly Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and guests Willingness to "pitch-in" and help co- workers with their job duties and be a team player. Ability to operate a keyboard and learn Point of Sale procedures. Availability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must have the ability to communicate in English. Our Team Members enjoy very generous PTO; Health; Dental; Vision and 401(k) benefit plans. We recognize and promote top performers because we know that our success is due to your achievements. AKA Hotels + Hotel Residences is a family owned and operated company, we consider our Team Members the most important asset. With over 100 years of history and experience behind us we're always looking for Team Members ready to join our family. Grow with us! Hotel AKA Alexandria & AKA Hotels+

Hotel Residences:

Hotel AKA Alexandria brings a new level of style and sophistication to Old Town, a charming historic destination known for its boutique shopping, art galleries, and waterfront restaurants. Designed by world-renowned architect and designer Piero Lissoni, this tranquil urban retreat enhances your stay in Alexandria, Virginia — just 20 minutes from Washington, D.C. and a short 10-minute drive from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. AKA balances the style and hospitality of an intimate hotel with the space and comfort of an elegantly appointed luxury apartment. Specializing in short and long term stays, AKA stands for exclusive locations, contemporary design and exceptional business, fitness and lifestyle services.