Banquet Server - Limelight Boulder

Company Description

Owned and operated by Aspen Hospitality, Limelight Hotels are your home base in the places you want to explore most. The contemporary properties are set in the heart of authentic outdoor and urban communities, and each hotel is deeply connected to its surroundings – offering a unique adventure for every guest. The guest experience is an intentional journey and the elevated, yet unpretentious nature of the stay allows guests to feel nurtured and at ease. A constant across all properties is a commitment to sustainability, unmatched hospitality, and access to an Adventure Concierge to ensure a memorable stay. Limelight’s pet-friendly hotels are located in Aspen, Colorado, just steps from the downtown core; Snowmass, Colorado, offering ski-in/ski-out access to the mountain; Ketchum, Idaho, near the base of Sun Valley’s famed ski area and walking distance to town; and in Downtown Denver, Colorado, adjacent to Union Station. Two new Limelight Hotels are slated to open in Mammoth, California, and Boulder, Colorado in 2025. Learn more at www.LimelightHotels.com. 

Job Description

Summary
The Banquet Server performs all tasks associated with setting up, serving, and breaking down of Events. This position is responsible for the prompt, courteous, smooth and efficient service of food and beverage to guests during banquets and outdoor functions. This position reports to the Director of Banquets.

Job Posting Deadline 
Applications for this position will be accepted until June 22, 2025.

Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities 
•    Handle guest’s requests in a warm, friendly professional and efficient manner
•    Maintain positive communication with kitchen personnel
•    Ensure guests satisfaction and inform Banquet Manager of guest’s comments and complaints
•    Serve guests food and beverage according to standards of performance
•    Set tables and check table setup according to standards
•    Maintain the proper care and cleanliness of serving equipment and stack and handle china, glass and silver to avoid breakage and misuse
•    Assist in emergency and security procedures as directed by management and the established emergency plan
•    Reset function rooms, clean all banquet areas and perform side duties as assigned
•    Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements
•    High school diploma or GED preferred
•    1 year of serving, bartending or food and beverage experience required
•    1 year advanced beverage knowledge preferred
•    TIPS Certified preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
•    Knowledge of food, beverage and banquet products offered
•    Knowledge of company policies and procedures
•    Basic wine knowledge
•    Understanding on how to assist customers and meet their needs effectively
•    Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
•    Ability to do basic problem-solving
•    Ability to work under stressful circumstances
•    Ability to quickly adapt to changes in processes, customer flow, environments, and tasks
•    Proficiency in communicating clearly in English, both verbally and in writing to team members and customers
•    Ability to engage with customers in a positive and helpful manner
•    Attention to detail

Additional Information

Work Environment & Physical Demands
•    Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, walk or be on your feet for extended periods of time
•    Regularly work in wet, hot and humid conditions for extended periods of time and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
•    Must be able to occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position, but no more than 50)

Job Benefits 
This position is classified as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits:
Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.  
•    Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs
•    Flexible Spending Account Programs
•    Life Insurance Programs
•    Paid Time Off Programs
•    Paid Leave Programs
•    401(k) Savings Plan
•    Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes 
•    Other company perks

OR

This position is classified as a regular part-time position eligible for the following benefits:
Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.  
•    Paid Time Off Programs
•    Paid Leave Programs
•    Employee Ski Pass
•    Other company perks

The physical demands described here