On-call Banquet Server

WE ARE

Housed within Fisherman’s Wharf historic Haslett Warehouse building, the Argonaut Hotel merits a term like iconic both for its past and its present. A recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award for 18 consecutive years, the Argonaut boasts a location just as noteworthy. Guests wake to views of the San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz, and the Golden Gate Bridge before venturing mere steps to next door Ghirardelli Square & Hyde Street Pier.

BLUE MERMAID RESTAURANT

Award-winning chowders, exposed brick interiors, and one of the only wharf-side cozy and heated patios in Fisherman’s Wharf come together to create your perfect excuse to save the exploration for later. Breakfast, lunch, & dinner are served up daily at Blue Mermaid. And well known brunch menu served on weekends.

A DAY IN THE LIFE...

The Banquet Server is responsible for providing exceptional food service to property guests during events, special events, and other catered functions, as well as any other property hosted event as requested and scheduled

• Serves guests at assigned station quickly, courteously, and efficiently. Obtains food and beverage from prescribed locations and serves customers according to established procedures and using appropriate service techniques. Keeps glasses filled throughout the meal
• Serves guests to fulfill any additional requests and to note when meal is finished. Assists other servers in a cooperative manner to ensure efficient service to guests. Completes assigned side work as directed
• Sets dining tables to established standards. Removes any dinnerware, glassware, flatware and linens that do not meet cleanliness and appearance standards. Complete pre, running, and post shift side-work requirements
• Familiarizes self with all items on daily menus. Sets tables/room with linens, china, etc. keeping in consideration the events prospectus and following established procedures. After events, cleans away service and accessories
• Clears dirty dishes from tables as guests finish with course (when applicable)
• Prepare coffee service with appropriate food and beverages as stated in Banquet Event Order.
• Follows all standard food handling, TIPS, sanitation and health department guidelines

YOU OWN THIS IF YOU HAVE...

• Prior banquet or convention services experience at comparable property desired. We can teach you the skills, you bring personality!
• Knowledge of wine pairing, RBS certification, food handlers certification
• Works well in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment
• Able to accommodate a flexible schedule that may include weekends and/or holidays; AM/PM shifts
• Outside-of-the-box thinker who takes the initiative to creatively solve problems

WE'VE GOT YOU COVERED:

In return, you are rewarded with a competitive compensation base pay plus Noble House incentive program.

• 401K retirement plan
• Paid vacation and sick days
• 8 weeks of Parental Leave Pay
• Laundered team member uniform
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Referral program
• Special rates in Noble House Hotels and Food & Beverage for team members, friends and family.
• On-Demand Pay - Your Pay before Payday
• Shoes for Crews Program

CALL TO ACTION:

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The team member frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects. The team member must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds, be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time and able to safely lift and easily maneuver plates, cases of water, chairs and dining room tables.

OUR CULTURE | Individual Distinction, Collective Soul

The Noble House Hotels & Resorts philosophy emphasizes "location, distinction, and soul." Our properties are not a "one-size-fits-all." And neither are our team members. What makes us at the Argonaut Hotel lies within our team. We are a group of individuals that share a passion for hospitality. We let our personalities shine, and we like to have fun.

DEIA STATEMENT...

At the Argonaut, we take pride in supporting our initiatives towards Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility. We have established a hotel committee to bring together a variety of thoughts, perspectives, and expression – and we would love for you to share yours with the team!

EEO STATEMENT:

Noble House Hotels & Resorts are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member (come as they are) as their true authentic self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team (rooted in family) and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.