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Banquet Server | Full-Time | Ken Garff (Utah) University Center Club
Company : Dallas Convention Center
Location : Salt Lake City, UT, 84112
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 2 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 Banquet Server will provide ultimate hospitality for guests in a fast-paced, high volume environment.
This role will pay a hourly rate of $13.00-$17.00 and is tip eligible.
Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).
This position will remain open until December 26, 2025.
About the Venue
The Ken Garff University Club is the premier private social club in Rice-Eccles Stadium, offering members a place to connect, celebrate, and thrive. We pride ourselves on creating unforgettable experiences for our diverse member base, including University of Utah alumni, faculty/staff, sports fans, and the Salt Lake City community.
Responsibilities
- Ability to read and understand Banquet Event Orders.
- Ability to carry at least 8 entrees per tray.
- Provide fine dining level food and beverage service to guests for all events consistent with DLTCC standards of service.
- Initiate and maintain 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 DLTCC standards of service.
- Maintain and 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 setup and cleanup of food and beverage service items.
- Ability to work independently during slower times
- Perform safe work by helping to provide a safe and clean work environment.
- Have a high level of social contact. Ability to work closely with staff and deal often with patrons.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and select holidays.
- Must be detail oriented to ensure that work is accurate and complete.
- Ability to mutli-task.
- Ability to handle and move objects.
- Must have a customer-focused, positive and professional attitude.
- Ability to read with oral and written communications skills in the English language.
- Knowledge of basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
- Must be able to stand for extend periods of time.
- Ability to bend, stretch, twist or reach out with the body, arms and/or legs.
- Must be able to lift, push, pull or carry heavy objects up to 30 lbs. and 15 lbs. often.
- Must be punctual with consistent attendance.
- Must be able to respond to simple complaints or inquiries from customers, members of the business community, and/or regulatory agencies.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent GED strong preferred. Equivalent experience may be substituted.
- Minimum of one (1) year of work experience in events, banquets or restaurants preferred.
- Must be at least eighteen years of age to serve alcoholic drinks.
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 banquet server at Ken Garff University Center Club involves managing high-volume events with a focus on upscale dining experiences. Compared to other Salt Lake City venues, this role demands multitasking under fast-paced conditions while maintaining premium service standards typical of the Dallas Convention Center's hospitality.
Oak View Group venues emphasize creating unforgettable guest experiences, requiring banquet servers to anticipate needs proactively and maintain a polished, friendly demeanor. Servers are expected to blend efficiency with personalized attention, elevating hospitality beyond typical banquet service levels.
Focus on your ability to handle multiple tasks like carrying heavy trays, reading event orders accurately, and delivering fine dining service. Highlight experience with event setup and cleanup, strong communication, and stamina for extended standing periods, which are highly valued in banquet server jobs in Salt Lake City.
Salt Lake City has a moderately competitive market for banquet servers, with demand driven by its active events and hospitality sectors. Hiring often favors candidates with flexible availability, prior banquet or restaurant experience, and strong interpersonal skills to meet the city's diverse event needs.
Banquet servers in Salt Lake City, particularly in full-time positions at prominent venues such as the Dallas Convention Center, usually earn between $13.00 and $17.00 per hour, often tip-eligible, reflecting local cost of living and hospitality industry standards.
Yes, banquet servers at Dallas Convention Center benefit from comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching, plus paid time off including holidays. These perks support employee well-being and financial security, distinguishing this role from typical banquet server gigs.
At Dallas Convention Center, banquet servers engage with a diverse clientele including university affiliates and sports fans, offering a unique social atmosphere. The venue's standard for fine dining service and fast-paced event execution contrasts with more casual hospitality roles in the area.
Candidates must be prepared to stand for long periods, carry trays with multiple entrees, and lift objects up to 30 pounds frequently. The physical stamina to bend, stretch, and maintain energy during busy events is critical for success in banquet serving roles here.
Flexible scheduling is essential, with shifts often including nights, weekends, and holidays to accommodate event timings. Candidates should be ready for variable hours, which is typical for banquet server roles in Salt Lake City's dynamic event scene.
In Utah, banquet servers must be at least 18 years old to serve alcoholic beverages. While no specific certifications are mandatory, familiarity with local liquor laws and responsible service practices is highly beneficial for employment at venues like Ken Garff University Center Club.