Position Summary:

Peachtree Catering, the premier catering company of Greater Philadelphia, seeks talented event servers to hire for the season. 

Ideal applicants will have at least 1 year of FOH experience working in either fine dining establishments or at special events, preferably in both an on-premise and off-premise capacity. The right person who has excellent customer service skills and an innate sense of hospitality will have the opportunity to become a significant member of our team.

Candidates should be comfortable working all aspects of special events, including but not limited to: room/tent set up, truck loading/unloading, beverage service, buffet/plated dinner service and venue clean-up.

We value team players with a sense of humor. 

Our event servers enjoy very good hourly wages, flexible schedules and award-winning Peachtree cuisine. In addition, they may receive client gratuities and company bonuses based on merit. Most event servers work 1-2 shifts/week though some work 4-6 shifts/week during our busy wedding and holiday seasons. A motivated candidate will find this is a rewarding job with excellent opportunities for advancement!

Please send us your résumé and a brief message as to why you are interested in this position. 

Responsibilities

• Assist with the complete setup and breakdown of the banquet area
• Relay food orders with any important information about allergies and special requests to the appropriate person 
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and awareness of sanitary practices 
• Anticipate guests’ needs and exceed customer service expectations 
• Maintain composure in a fast-paced environment 
• Collaborating with the kitchen for prompt and correct delivery of orders
• Memorizing the menu and specialty drinks for each event
• Assisting with the studying of tables, clearing leftovers and keeping all areas neat and pleasant throughout the event 
• Setting tables and rearranging tables to accommodate floor plan requirements 
• Respond urgently and appropriately to any concerns
• Able to learn on the job and perform with minimal supervision.
• Present in professional appearance and mannerisms

Qualifications

• Candidates should have excellent verbal and written communication skills and a polished, professional appearance and demeanor
• Candidates must possess fine dining knowledge and an innate sense of hospitality
• Ability to effectively problem solve
• Reliable transportation is a big plus but not an absolute necessity if you can navigate SEPTA and/or rideshare
• Possess some, or all of the following qualities/qualifications: RAMP certification, wine expertise, bartending training, general food and beverage knowledge
• Open weekend availability is essential
• 1+ years of FOH experience working in banquets and events, preferably in both an on-premise and off-premise capacity 
• Excellent time management, attention to detail and follow-up skills are required

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Who we are – Stone Soup, Inc., is dedicated to setting new standards in service, cuisine and the employment experience. Our goal is to collaborate with talented hospitality professionals and offer opportunities to learn and grow within the industry. As part of that goal, we perform off-premise catering throughout the tri-state region as Peachtree Catering. Our exclusive venues include: Pomme, an 8000-square-foot contemporary clubhouse in Radnor on Philadelphia’s Main Line; Parque, is a beautiful mansion in Ridley Creek State Park in Newtown Square; Portico is an enchanting venue at a Victorian mansion in Philadelphia; The Willows is an elegant venue in a scenic park on Philadelphia’s Main Line. We are always in search of new opportunities. We seek inspired candidates who are passionate about food and about the guest experience.