Banquets & Event Lead

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: Prepare coffee breaks, carts, and stations with appropriate food and beverage as stated in Banquet Event Order. Prepare tables, actions stations, buffets, service carts, dessert table/carts and cordial carts. Setup meal and reception buffets, taste panels, individual event functions, server head table and/or VIP tables without managerial assistance. Serve food courses and alcoholic beverages to guests. Answer questions on menu selections. Communicate with the kitchen regarding menu questions, the length of wait, recook orders, and product availability. Follow cycle time guidelines for all meals. Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the day. Communicate additional meal requirements, allergies, dietary needs, and special requests to the kitchen. Inspect the cleanliness and presentation all china, glass, and silver prior to use. Monitor and maintain the cleanliness of assigned tables including ensuring courses are cleared and tables are properly crumbed. Communicate with guests and other employees and ensure staff is working together as a team to ensure optimum service. Assist management in training, motivating, and coaching employees; and serve as a role mo...