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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. 

The Banquet Server is skilled in dissecting banquet event orders (BEOs) and assisting with plated, buffet, fine dining, and major catering events. Delivers exceptional service in high-volume, fast-paced environments while collaborating closely with banquet managers and kitchen staff to ensure seamless event execution with a friendly and professional demeanor.

This role pays an hourly rate of $16.00-$18.00

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until November 6, 2026.

Serving more than 200,000 people annually, Marcus Performing Arts Center (MPAC) brings a diverse range of celebrated performing arts to the region, including: 

• Tony Award-winning Broadway shows.
• Exceptional music, dance, and theatre events from artists in Milwaukee and around the world.
• Exciting community events & celebrations.
• Fun, educational experiences for young audiences.
• Private events, like weddings and meetings.

A fixture in Milwaukee for over 50 years, MPAC is home to four major resident companies: Black Arts MKE, First Stage, The Florentine Opera, and Milwaukee Ballet. MPAC is proud to be part of the Milwaukee Theater District as well as a dedicated War Memorial facility, honoring those who bravely served our country. 

From our world-class performances to inspiring community events, we hope your experience at the Marcus Performing Arts Center leaves you feeling transported and transformed.

• Read and understand Banquet Event Orders.
• Provide fine dining level food and beverage service to guests for all events consistent with OVG 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 OVG 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 setup and cleanup of food and beverage service items. 
• Work independently during slower times.
• Perform safe work by helping to provide a safe and clean work environment. 

• High School diploma or equivalent GED is strongly preferred. Equivalent experience may be substituted. 
• 1+ years of work experience in events, banquets, or restaurants 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 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 multitask.
• Must have a customer-focused, positive, and professional attitude. 
• Strong communications skills. 
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division). 
• 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.

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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