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Server | Part-Time| Mobile Convention Center
Company : Dallas Convention Center
Location : Mobile, AL, 36602
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 9 January 2026
Oak View Group
Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.
Position Summary
The Server will provide ultimate hospitality for guests in a fast-paced, high volume environment.
This role will pay an hourly wage of $17 to $18.
For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.
EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.
Responsibilities
- Maintains knowledge of the menu and any special items being offered.
- Provides quick, attentive, friendly and professional service to banquet guests and is able to communicate clearly with all customers.
- Ensures that food items are served at proper temperature and immediately upon availability from the kitchen, as ordered by the customer.
- Ensures neat presentation of all ordered items, with no spill-over.
- Pre-buses tables and full buses tables when necessary during peak periods.
- Maintains availability to work during many peak periods.
- Stocks beverage station(s) when necessary (ice, juices, glassware, sugar packets, etc).
- Maintains high responsiveness to customer desires and requests.
- Maintains a professional and clean appearance.
- Communicates with wait staff, bus persons, bartenders, supervisors, and kitchen staff in order to improve communication and coordination so that patrons may be impressed by their dining experience.
- Builds and maintains knowledge regarding bar offerings so that patron questions may be accurately answered
Qualifications
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high volume environment preferred
- Must have a High School Diploma, G.E.D. or related Food Service Job Experience.
- Must acquire and maintain a Food Handlers Card, Alcohol Awareness Certification, and other required compliance trainings.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
- Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, management staff and guest in a clear, business-like and respectful manner which focuses on generating a positive enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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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Frequently asked questions
Working as a part-time server at Dallas Convention Center offers exposure to large-scale events in a vibrant venue, combining fast-paced banquet service with premium hospitality. This contrasts with typical server roles by focusing on high volume, event-driven environments where teamwork and quick communication are essential.
Servers benefit from holding a valid food handlers card and alcohol awareness certification, which are often mandatory. Knowledge of banquet service etiquette and managing rapid guest turnover are critical skills, especially in Mobile’s bustling event spaces where maintaining professionalism under pressure is vital.
During busy events, servers juggle tasks such as promptly delivering food and beverages at correct temperatures, clearing tables efficiently, restocking stations, and coordinating with kitchen and bar staff to ensure seamless service, all while maintaining a polished and friendly demeanor.
Yes, the offered $17-$18 hourly rate is slightly above average for part-time banquet servers in Mobile, AL, reflecting the venue's premium service standards and high event volume. This wage helps attract skilled candidates accustomed to fast-paced, customer-focused environments.
Beyond competitive hourly wages, part-time servers gain access to benefits like a 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions, which is relatively uncommon in part-time hospitality jobs, demonstrating Dallas Convention Center’s commitment to employee financial well-being.
Dallas Convention Center servers work with large-scale, diverse events requiring adaptability and teamwork. The venue’s emphasis on premium hospitality and communication sets it apart, offering servers a dynamic environment that hones multitasking and guest service skills unmatched by smaller local establishments.
Local hires are often favored due to familiarity with Mobile's event culture and faster commute times, which is crucial during peak periods. Being local also supports timely availability for various shifts, which is essential in the venue's high-volume, event-driven service model.
Mobile’s growing event industry creates steady demand for part-time servers, but competition remains moderate. Dallas Convention Center’s ongoing application process and benefits like 401(k) matching can make it an attractive option, enhancing candidates' chances amid local hospitality jobs.
Servers at convention centers like Dallas Convention Center handle fluctuating guest volumes tied to event schedules, requiring swift adaptability and stamina. Coordinating with multiple teams and maintaining service quality during peak influxes distinguish this role from more predictable restaurant shifts.
While prior experience in fast-paced, high-volume environments is preferred, Dallas Convention Center also considers candidates with high school diplomas or GEDs and relevant food service training. Willingness to obtain required certifications like food handlers cards is essential.