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Banquet Server- Part-Time - August Start Dates - Back to School (Hotel Job)

Employer
Kirkwood Community College
Location
Hotel at Kirkwood Center, 7725 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, IA
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Community College

Job Details

JOB GOAL:

GOAL:

To advance Kirkwood's Center for Hospitality Excellence's vision to lead the world in educating and preparing the finest hospitality professionals that will impact the global community. Our Mission is to be the best place to learn, recruit and stay. We do this by teaching, developing and serving.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Set-up and serve food and beverages to guests. This position will work as a server or a bartender depending on the event and business demand. This position serves as a trainer. Trainers are responsible for supervising the learning experiences of students and hourly employees in all areas of The Hotel at Kirkwood Center, The Kirkwood Center for Hospitality Arts and The Kirkwood Center for Continuing Education.

This position can cross train as a banquet bartender.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:

Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions. Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment. Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success. Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence.


DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide prompt, courteous and efficient food and beverage service for the banquet department.
  • Set up for banquet events, carry trays, serve guests and clean up events.\
  • Provide consistently high standard of service in all areas of service and meal functions related to group.
  • Ensure a clean and safe working environment.
  • Effectively handle customer concerns.
  • Participate in department and pre-shift meetings.
  • Prepare Mixed drinks as ordered, and collect payment and give change to guests at Banquet Bar's.
  • Understand and practice “Service Alcohol with Care” principles.
  • Maintain compliance with required training as designated by supervisor.
  • Regular and consistent attendance at work.
  • Perform other related work duties as assigned.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.Regular and consistent attendance at work.Provide prompt and courteous service to all customers. Adhere to all environment policies and procedures as required.Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements, including the health code.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered as all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

Position involves working in a business setting. Occasional (10-33%) sitting, viewing equipment and supplies and other types of close visual work. Frequent (34-66%) reaching, pulling, grasping, lifting and pushing up to 50 pounds. Constant (67-100%) standing, walking, repetitive motion, talking and listening.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or EquivalentServing: Must be at least 16 years old.Customer service skills and knowledge are essential.Bartending Shifts: Must be 18 years or older.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

Experience is preferred but not required.Preference will be given to those with some Bartending or Barback experience. EEO AA/STATEMENT:It

is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its

programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national

origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed,

religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you

have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please

contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness

(employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood

Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404,319-398-5572,equity@kirkwood.edu, or the Director of the Office for Civil

Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244

Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone:(303) 844-5695FAX:

(303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339 Email:<span style="font-weight:bold;

text-decoration:underline;">OCR.Denver@ed.gov.

Organization

Working at Kirkwood Community College 

Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids is a globally recognized leader in higher education where learner success has always been a focal point. For more than 50 years, Kirkwood faculty and staff have cultivated a welcoming and motivating environment that meets students where they are, and helps them get exactly where they want to be. With one of the lowest tuition in the state, more than 130 programs to choose from, flexible class offerings, and convenient locations across seven counties in Eastern Iowa, Kirkwood makes higher education more accessible for people in all walks of life. Through affordable, innovative educational training and many impactful community partnerships, Kirkwood hopes to continue strengthening the regional workforce for years to come.

As one of Cedar Rapids' top employers, Kirkwood strives to reward employees with a generous benefits package and perks, including:

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Free use of the Kirkwood Recreation Center
  • On campus retail discounts at places like our bookstore, Eagle Tech, cafeteria and hotel (yes, we have a hotel too!)
  • Free admission to performing arts and athletic events
  • Computer and software purchasing program through Eagle Tech, our Apple-authorized campus store
  • Employee tuition discounts and half-price tuition for family members
  • Generous leave policies that provide a work-life balance
  • Choice of retirement programs and unheard-of employer contribution
  • Competitive Total Rewards packages

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