Hotel: 

Atrium Hospitality is currently recruiting a Banquet Server for our Banquets department. Join a team of Embassy Suites employees who are passionate about servicing guests, one another all while taking care of the people who make it happen, our associates. The hotel has 283 suites and has 6000 sq. ft. of event space. It is conveniently located in Norman with less than 30-minute commute to and from the center of Oklahoma City.

This is a great opportunity to grow in the hospitality industry with teams that will invest back into talent who are looking to make an impact in their careers.

At Atrium Hospitality, our goal is to ensure that our associates have positive experiences. To achieve this, we are dedicated to creating a culture that upholds six fundamental values, which inspire us to continuously improve for the benefit of our associates and guests.

These values are embodied in the acronym S.P.I.R.I.T. (Service, Perseverance, Inclusion, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork).

Pay Rate: Starting $15/hr.

Why work at the Norman Embassy Suites?

• We have growth opportunities Norman Embassy Suites has consistently been among the top Atrium Hospitality hotels with respect to internal promotions with 22 in 2022 and 24 in 2023.
• Just off I-35 and Robinson, Norman Embassy Suites is in a BOOMING part of the SOONER city. Neighboring the growing 24th Avenue Shops, Norman Embassy Suites is a mere 15-minute ride from the University of Oklahoma's campus.
• With a close-knit group of hospitality professionals and top-quality people, the team at Norman Embassy Suites consistently boasts one of the lowest turnover rates in all of Atrium Hospitality's hotels
• Hotel Discounts for all team members Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability, legal, 401k matching, and MORE

Why Banquets?

Banquet Associates are the bread and butter of our meeting and event operation. The primary purpose of the Banquet Server/Setup is to provide our guests with an excellent banquet experience. With the opportunity to witness and work with all the exciting groups we host in our convention center, no day is the same in our banquets department. If you love spontaneity, this is the department for you

Work Performed: 

The Banquet Associate is tasked with the following duties, responsibilities, and assignments: 

• Set up/Break down banquet meeting and conference space per Banquet Event Order instructions, including tables, table complements (salt, pepper, sugar, breadsticks, etc.), table linens, table settings, center pieces, dishes, audio-visual equipment, and all other event provisions.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of banquet spaces before, during, and after events.
• Maintain communication with the guest contact person, Banquet Captains, and the Banquet Manager for guest needs and provide excellent guest service to all clients.
• Serve all food and beverages to guests per company standards.
• Observe Cleveland County Health Department guidelines for food handling and sanitation.
• Observe Cleveland County and Oklahoma State guidelines for service of alcoholic beverages.
• Manage audio-visual equipment during events.
• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures, including reporting accidents, injuries and unsafe work conditions to management or Human Resources.
• All other work as required to complete the primary purpose of this position.

Qualifications: 

Required Licenses/ Certification: 

• Cleveland County Food Handler Certification, Oklahoma ABLE Liquor License, TIPs/RServing/ServSafe.
• Alcohol or equivalent alcohol server certification acquired upon hire during onboarding.

Preferred Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Physical: 

• Ability to lift, pull and push up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to bend and squat repeatedly.
• Ability to walk and stand for duration of scheduled shift.

Availability: 

• Flexible to work day shifts, early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

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When you're an Atrium Associate, you're a part of a crucial workforce providing the ultimate Home Away From Home' for our guests. We know that it takes a lot of time and effort to provide these exceptional experiences, so we reward your efforts with a competitive compensation plan and other benefits and perks that allow you to offer your best to our guests. These benefits include:

• Daily Pay
• Significant Travel Discounts on Marriott and/or Hilton properties
• 401k Plans
• Medical Insurance
• Other property specific benefits

Plus, we make sure you can grow your career the way you want to through Internship programs, training and development and over 80 hotels that offer incredible opportunities for career driven associates.

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