Banquet Server for Bartolotta Catering

Description

Join the Bartolotta Catering & Events team and be part of creating unforgettable experiences at some of Milwaukee's most iconic event venues. This position supports catering and event operations across our premier venues, including Discovery World, The Grain Exchange, and the Italian Community Center. Team members in this role may work at any of these locations based on business needs, event schedules, and staffing requirements. If you thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment and enjoy delivering exceptional service for weddings, corporate events, galas, and special occasions, we'd love to hear from you.

What are we looking for?

Love great food, one of a kind events, and making people smile? Join our crew! From celebrations to trade shows, you’ll deliver top-notch service, create unforgettable experiences, enjoy flexible schedules, and earn great money. Let’s make every event a hit!

Full job description below for specific responsibilities and requirements

What makes us great?

We look for people who have what we call a "hospitality heart," characterized by a commitment to providing excellence, a passion for taking care of our guests, and a “can-do” attitude. We're a family-run business, and we consider our team members part of The Bartolotta Restaurants family. 

At The Bartolotta Restaurants, we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business, from the products we source to the food and service we deliver every day in our restaurants and catering venues. Our greatest asset in our company is our team members because, without them, we wouldn't be in business. 

What do we have to offer?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our team members both personally and professionally, including:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Supplemental Life Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability (Full Time Only)
• Supplemental Accident and Critical Illness Insurance 
• Supplemental Hospital Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• LegalShield and IDShield Protection
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Complimentary Workday Family Meal
• Dining Discounts at Bartolotta Fine Dining Locations
• Discounted Discovery World Passes
• Discounted Fiserv Forum Tickets – Look at putting in the 

In addition to these benefits, you will have the opportunity to work alongside world-class mentors who provide hands-on training and development opportunities to support your career growth. If you have a passion for excellence and hospitality, we would love to welcome you to our team.

Job Summary:

The Banquet Server is responsible for setting up banquet events, carrying trays, serving guests, and assisting event cleanup to ensure the needs of the client are met.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Daily set-up and breakdown of food and beverage products for catered events. 
• Food preparation for daily activities and scheduled events. 
• Serving food and beverage product to event participants, vendors, and host clients. 
• Assist with event coordination; table set-ups, place settings, serving areas and discarded products.
• Assist with event clean up; on-site or off-site, all plates, dishes, silverware, glassware, linens, chairs, and garbage.
• Assist with moving catering products back to catering kitchen.
• Print food and product labels and signage for buffets. 
• Maintain participation awareness of upcoming catering events and event orders.  
• Maintain a clean and professional appearance and uniform. 
• Communicate effectively with guests and managers to handle last minute requests.
• Communicate effectively with Catering Director and Chefs; assist when needed. 
• Due to the nature of our business, team members are expected to be available and work weekends, late evenings, and Holidays, as needed.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Exceptional hospitality and guest service skills. 
• Professional, polished, and service-oriented demeanor. 
• Ability to create personalized and memorable guest experiences.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests, kitchen staff, managers, bartenders, and support staff. 
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Ability to manage mu