Xanterra Travel Collection Hiring for Banquet Host/Server at GRAND CANYON, Arizona Full Time

Overview Start September 2021 BONUS: Free employee housing through October 31st 2021 Join our Food and Beverage team at Grand Canyon National Park! Are you enthusiastic about crafting unforgettable dining experiences? Grand Canyon National Park Lodges operates a variety dining outlets ranging from convenient grab-and-go to delicious fine dining restaurants located right on the rim of the canyon. We offer opportunities to share your passion for hospitality by greeting and serving guests front of house or by working back of house, where you will be assisting in the kitchen by cleaning dishes or prepping our guest’s top notch meals. JOB SUMMARY: Greet and assist the guests on the buffet line, as well as the additional following duties and responsibilities. As our employee, you receive extremely affordable employee housing, discounted meals, employee discounts to explore other Xanterra properties and a generous benefits program for eligible employees. By working with Xanterra Travel Collection amongst the beauty of Grand Canyon National Park, this is your change to Live, Work, and Explore in one of the most beautiful places on Earth! Responsibilities Prep and set up food displays for specified hot and cold items. Maintain cleanliness and sanitary dining room and work area throughout the duration of the event. Keep culinary team informed about food quality and quantity. Practice proper sanitation standards. Assist Unit Management with special tour functions in setup, including moving tables, banquet equipment, serving and breakdown. Shift lengths may extend beyond a standard workday to include double shifts or split shifts as business demands. Days off may rotate from time to time due to business demands including the need to work weekends and holidays. Provide information to new Tour employees as to procedures for the position. Ensure that sanitation procedures are being utilized in all front of house and back of house areas. Adhere to all safety and risk management policies. Other duties as assigned. What’s in it for you? Lodging Discount 50% off Best Available Rate 30 – 40% Retail Discount at Xanterra Parks Discounts at Xanterra Adventure Companies 20 – 30% Food and Beverage Discounts at Xanterra Parks 15% Verizon Phone Service/Products Discount 20 – 60% Discount on Entertainment through TicketsAtWork.com Sam’s Club Membership Discount Free Laundry Facilities Rec Center – Fitness Equipment, Computers and Free WiFi Paid Day off on Your Birthday with Restaurant & Retail Discounts Discounted Mule Rides Each Winter Sumer Property Olympics Free Grand Canyon Railway Train Rides Wellness Programs and Health Fairs Qualifications Previous cafeteria or serving experience preferred. Ability to carry a serving tray. Good verbal communication skills with ability to convey instructions in training new employees. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to courteously interact with a broad cross-section of guests. Ability to prep cold food. Must be 21 years for age per Xanterra South Rim Alcohol Policy. Ability to learn, apply and firmly enforce Arizona State liquor laws as well as Xanterra South Rim Alcohol policies and National Park Service Requirements. Physically able to move tables, work in a fast paced atmosphere, climb ladders, set up sound equipment and change out 15.5 gallon beer kegs when required. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.