What are the responsibilities and job description for the Banquet Staff position at Common House?
Who We Are
Common House is a modern social club with locations in Richmond, VA, Charlottesville, VA, Chattanooga, TN, and New Orleans, LA. More than a membership, the Houses provide inclusive spaces to dine, work, and discover through daily programming, unique amenities, and connection opportunities with other members.
Job Summary: Banquet staff are a proven leader among their peers. Someone who has the awareness and conviction to guide the service team in seamlessly executing private and programming events, from setup to reset. They might do this from behind the bar, or on the floor, as needed depending on the complexity of the event.
Responsibilities
In exchange for talented skills and contributions, Common House offers all employees a dynamic work environment, fun co-workers and a competitive salary package. Additionally, we also offer our team members a comprehensive benefits package including:
Prolonged periods of time walking, standing, and on one’s feet. Must be able to carry 15 pounds repetitively.
Common House is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.
Common House is a modern social club with locations in Richmond, VA, Charlottesville, VA, Chattanooga, TN, and New Orleans, LA. More than a membership, the Houses provide inclusive spaces to dine, work, and discover through daily programming, unique amenities, and connection opportunities with other members.
Job Summary: Banquet staff are a proven leader among their peers. Someone who has the awareness and conviction to guide the service team in seamlessly executing private and programming events, from setup to reset. They might do this from behind the bar, or on the floor, as needed depending on the complexity of the event.
Responsibilities
- Service and Employee Relations.
- Ensure smooth execution of all programming and private events, adhering to guidelines set by BEO and ROS documents, with the support of the club manager.
- Communicates to dining room staff, kitchen staff, and club managers about event details.
- Continue to improve your command of wine, beer, and cocktail knowledge.
- Set a strong example for current and future staff, modeling adherence to Common House policies and demonstrating our culture of hospitality. Correct staff behaviors if the situation calls for it.
- Be empowered to solve issues in the absence of a manager.
- Operating the club in full compliance with ABC regulations.
- Operate the bar program in full compliance with VDH regulations.
- Adhere to all employee policies outlined in the CH Employee Handbook
- Maintaining par levels of daily operating supplies and collateral
- Take ownership of event storage areas to maintain organization of the club.
- Maintains proper count of cash registers and performs nightly audits
- Adopt a leadership style that is professional, productive, and positive
- Prior hospitality experience required
- Must be 21 years of age
- Must be proficient in all Front of House roles (server assistant, server, bartender, concierge)
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Proficient multitasking
- Ability to recall and memorize menu items
- Ability to work well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
In exchange for talented skills and contributions, Common House offers all employees a dynamic work environment, fun co-workers and a competitive salary package. Additionally, we also offer our team members a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Diverse and inclusive colleagues
- Generous Health, Dental, Vision
- Sick Leave
- 401k Option
- Monthly membership at Common House
- 50% employee discount on food and non-alcoholic purchases
Prolonged periods of time walking, standing, and on one’s feet. Must be able to carry 15 pounds repetitively.
Common House is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.
