GENERAL PURPOSE

This position works with a group of people to perform serving duties at events, carrying trays, set-up for events, and cleaning up after events in a professional, efficient, and friendly manner.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must be at least 21 years of age with a service oriented personality and an eye for details. Must be able to carry a tray with 10 dinners, set tables, chairs, and rearrange furniture. Prior experience in a quality establishment preferred. Must be able to understand, speak, read, and write clearly in English. Must be able to work effectively as a team member. Must have good interpersonal and organization skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Dependably come to scheduled work shift in a positive state of mind meeting dress and grooming standards for a professional appearance.
2. Assist bussing staff in removing dishes and glasses from tables or counters, and then take them to the kitchen for cleaning when necessary.
3. Securely transport food from the main kitchen to specific banquet area either on trays or in warming containers.
4. Serve individual plates of food and/or beverages to guests in a professional manner.
5. Set and decorate buffets.
6. Check with guests to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and take action to correct any problems.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, ETC.

This position must maintain a current SafeServ certification and Basset certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: continuously move about the facility while carrying trays holding up to ten dinners and place on tables using grasping and hand/eye coordination; occasionally position one’s self to access items on lower and upper shelving and; occasionally move items such as tables, trays of food, cases of beer/wine, etc. weighing up to 40 lbs.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: occasionally move on wet, slippery surfaces and occasionally in a room with loud music.

WORK HOURS

Based on scheduled events

Hours vary, days, evenings, weekends and holidays

SALARY

$15.00 to $20.00 DOE

SALARY RANGE

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum

$15.00 - $18.75 - $22.50

Wheaton Park District is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V