THE NATIONWIDE HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTER located in LEWIS CENTER, OHIO is seeking BANQUET SERVERS TO JOIN OUR TEAM! Our property is one of the largest venues in Columbus. During the week we hold a wide variety of meetings and during the weekend we will host 100+ weddings in 2022! NEED HOURS? WE HAVE THEM! MORNING, EVENING, WEEKEND, PART-TIME, FULL-TIME, WE HAVE THEM ALL!

The Banquet Server executes meal service for on-site events in a prompt and courteous fashion while maintaining a high level of quality and consistency to ensure guest satisfaction.

Our attractive compensation package includes a wage that can AVERAGE AROUND $20 - $26 HOURLY! Our associates also enjoy dining and travel discounts, special offers from our business partners, and discount programs for selected cell phone providers. 

TOP THREE REASONS YOU NEED TO BE HERE:

• Fabulous Freebies! Free meals provided daily by our team of culinary geniuses. No PB&J here. It’s the real deal folks. We mentioned the free parking (nice perk!). Also guaranteed lots of smiles, laughs, and good times are to be had and these are always complimentary.
• Cross Training – No, this is not the latest fitness craze; however, it is designed to keep your career moving in the right direction. We provide you the opportunity to learn new skills and climb the ladder of success guided by those who know how to motivate, inspire, and help you attain your goals.
• We Are Winners (and you can be too!) We are the proud recipients of Community Employment Award from The Alpha Group of Delaware, MPI Ohio- Venue of the Year, and Trip Advisor- Certificate of Excellence (3 years in a row).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Set up equipment and items in a timely fashion needed to carry out a successful catered meal. Typically includes: setting up a buffet or food station, setting dining tables, preparing for food and beverage service.
2. Serves food and beverage to guests as specified in Event Order in a manner that maintains professionalism and high guest satisfaction.
3. Clean up equipment and items used during service and return to storage to be used for next event.
4. Anticipate and be aware of guest needs before and during event in order to provide high-quality service.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

These physical demands represent the physical requirements necessary for an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position.

1. Position requires standing during entire shift
2. Position requires the ability to carry a banquet serving tray of at least 6 dinners with the end goal of 8 dinners.
3. Assisting Conference Services if applicable: the ability to regularly lift 55 lbs

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Basic reading and writing skills
2. At least one year of experience in catering or fine dining
3. Attention to detail
4. Communication skills
5. Guest-centric mentality
6. Adaptability

NATIONWIDE HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTER is managed by COLUMBUS HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT, a company committed to providing quality service and memorable guest experiences in a positive and welcoming work environment. We are focused on supporting the needs of our team through our commitment to the family/work life balance and by providing development opportunities.

We are proud to be a Drug Free Workplace/EOE. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT TO A BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT.