Banquet Server | Seasonal Part Time | University Of Utah (Ken Garff University Club)

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. 

A seasonal Banquet Server plays a key role in creating an outstanding guest experience by providing friendly, efficient, and professional food and beverage service during home games and other designated events. Their primary responsibility is to ensure guests receive prompt, attentive service while maintaining a welcoming and energetic atmosphere. From greeting guests and taking orders to delivering food and beverages accurately, Banquet Servers are committed to providing exceptional hospitality in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Banquet Servers work closely with culinary, bar, and event staff to ensure smooth service throughout each event, adapting quickly to changing guest needs while maintaining accuracy and professionalism. They are responsible for keeping assigned service areas clean, organized, and fully stocked, following all food safety and responsible alcohol service standards. At the conclusion of each event, they assist with cleaning, resetting, and preparing service areas for future use. Through exceptional teamwork, attention to detail, and a guest-first attitude, Banquet Servers help create a memorable event experience that reflects the high standards of the venue.

This role pays an hourly rate of $10.00 - $14.00 and is tip eligible.

This is a seasonal role from November 3, 2026, and will end on January 31, 2027.

This position will remain open until January 31, 2027.

• Reads and understands banquet event orders. 
• Provides fine-dining-level food and beverage service to guests for all events, consistent with standards of service.
• Initiates and maintains friendly and professional contact with guests, ensuring that all needs are anticipated and met.
• Setup and maintain both food and beverage stations in various locations throughout the building consistent with standards of service.
• Maintain an inventory for both food and beverage stations. 
• Maintain all event areas and front-of-house staging areas in a tidy and organized manner.
• Participate in both the setup and cleanup of food and beverage service items. 
• Works independently during slower times.
• Perform safe work by helping to create a safe and clean work environment. 
• Has a high level of social contact and deals often with patrons. 
• Ensures that work is accurate and complete. 
• Maintains a customer-focused, positive, and professional attitude. 

• High school diploma or equivalent GED strongly preferred. Equivalent experience may be substituted. 
• 1+ years of work experience in events, banquets, or restaurants is preferred. 
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects often. Ability to carry at least 8 entrees per tray.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and select holidays. 
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division). 
• Must be punctual with consistent attendance. 
• Must have a Food Handlers Permit.
• Must be able to respond to simple complaints or inquiries from customers.

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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