Banquet Server

Omni has been selected by Oklahoma City as the developer, owner and operator of a 605-room convention center hotel. The hotel is located next to the Chesapeake Energy Arena and will coincide with the development of the new Oklahoma City Convention Center and 70-acre Scissortail Park.

The new build will include an all-day dining outlet, an entertainment sports bar, specialty restaurant, coffee shop and a retail outlet. Additionally, guests can enjoy a spa, fitness center and a rooftop pool and bar complete with a fire pit, outdoor lawn and cabanas. The hotel will also have 75,000 square feet of meeting and event space inclusive of a 20,500 square foot ballroom and a 4,200 square foot outdoor pre-function space that overlooks the park. The hotel is estimated to break ground in October 2018 and open in late 2020.

Omni Oklahoma City Hotel is seeking a guest-focused Banquet Server to join the pre-opening team of this brand new upscale hotel. This team member will ensures that all food and beverage service for functions in the banquet department of the hotel are served on time and that all of Omni's professional standards are upheld.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our founding team as the Omni Oklahoma City Hotel prepares for its inaugural opening, this January!

• Perform all Banquet side work as designated by the Banquet Captain and/or Banquet Managers.
• Efficiently and properly perform all service standards.
• Maintain overall presentation of banquet functions with attention to detail by ensuring that linens and chairs are clean and straight; floors, walls, and windows are clean; light bulbs are not burnt out; centerpieces are fresh (if applicable) and polished; condiments are clean and full according to standards.
• Attend to all needs of the guests during functions and function related duties.
• Report to the Banquet Manager any need for housekeeping and/or repairs of and banquet equipment.
• Must be familiar with and adhere to all liquor liability laws.
• Must attend all designated pre-meal meetings.
• Must follow all details as described on Banquet Event Orders (BEO’s).
• Must be able to set tables to specifications, carry trays, and have excellent customer service experience.
• Complete banquet consumption sheets as designated by the Banquet Captain and Manager.
• Attend department meetings and other company required trainings.
• Complete other duties as assigned by management.
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• Previous serving and guest service experience required, four-star/four-diamond hotel or resort banquet experience is strongly preferred.
• Must have and maintain current TIPS, ServSafe or equivalent alcohol training
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays and evenings.
• Must agree and adhere to compensation acknowledgment and tip reporting guidelines.
• Must have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and portray a friendly demeanor in a fast-paced environment.
• Must consistently demonstrate a teamwork-oriented and positive attitude

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and stand and walk for the duration of a full shift.
• Must be able to walk, push, pull, stoop, bend and lift items of moderate weight.

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement 

If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.