Photo of Cheeca Lodge and Spa, Islamorada, FL

Banquet Server

Cheeca Lodge and Spa

81801 Overseas Highway
Islamorada, FL 33036

214 Room Hotel
Managed By Northwood Hospitality
Save this job
Tweet
LinkedIn
Compensation: NA, On-Call, Full-Time

Job Description

Banquet Server at Cheeca Lodge & Spa: Be Part of the Largest Event Space in the Upper Keys

Join Our Team:  We are building our On-Call Banquets group!

Nestled in the scenic beauty of Islamorada, Cheeca Lodge & Spa is not just a venue; it's an experience of unparalleled elegance and a magnet for beachside weddings and other events. We are on the lookout for Banquet Servers who are passionate about delivering exceptional service at our functions. This role is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to enhance their income through our steady flow of events both beachside and in the brand-new Islamorada Ballroom, the largest event space in the upper Keys. We also host events at our Morada Bay restaurants (Beach Cafe and Pierre's).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve food and beverages at banquet functions within our state-of-the-art Islamorada Ballroom and other event spaces, maintaining Cheeca Lodge & Spa's high standards.
  • Engage guests and team members with a friendly and service-oriented approach.
  • Perform preparatory tasks and side work duties for efficient and prompt service.
  • Understand Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and menus to provide knowledgeable service.
  • Address and resolve guest issues, escalating to management as needed.
  • Set tables and maintain presentation standards of the hotel.
  • Organize and maintain the banquet storeroom, ensuring readiness for events.
  • Efficiently conduct post-function clean-up and equipment storage.

What We Offer:

  • A unique opportunity to work in the largest event space in the upper Keys.
  • An on-call position offering a steady stream of banquet and special event business, ideal for boosting income.
  • A vibrant work environment where your contributions make a significant impact.

What We Require:

  • Server experience
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends (most banquets occur then)
  • A passion for delivering top-tier guest service.
  • Teamwork and collaboration skills.
  • Flexibility to work various schedules and events as needed.
  • A professional and proactive attitude.
  • Must already be eligible to work in the USA - sorry no sponsorships.
  • No hand/neck/face tattoos
  • No facial piercings

Join Us: If you're eager to be part of a dynamic team and contribute to creating unforgettable experiences in our expansive and beautiful event spaces, we encourage you to apply for the Banquet Server position at Cheeca Lodge & Spa. Your role will be integral to the success of our growing banquet and special event business, offering you a prime opportunity to elevate your career and income.

Posted December 18, 2024

Cheeca Lodge and Spa

WELCOME TO CHEECA

A Legendary Tropical Hideaway

Since 1946 the historic Cheeca Lodge & Spa has enchanted guests with world-class fishing, exceptional accommodations, and gracious hospitality. Come experience this lush oceanfront retreat, considered the premier luxury resort in the Florida Keys.

The Legend of Our Grand Florida Keys Hotel Resort

You've found it...the crown jewel of Islamorada Florida Keys hotels. 

Hardy Keys pioneers called Conchs chose this very beach to carve out a tenacious living in the isolated beauty of the undiscovered Florida Keys. Here, they formed a Methodist congregation and built a two-room school house and a cemetery. Cheeca has preserved this Pioneer Cemetery, where members of the founding families of Islamorada are buried. You can explore it today; it is a designated historical site. The Angel with the Broken Wing watches over the grave of Etta Pinder, who died in 1914. Here lies the first footprint of Islamorada – "Purple Isle" in Spanish.

The early 1940's brought electricity and fresh water. Mrs. Clara Mae Downey from Olney, Maryland, opened the Olney Inn in 1946. She described this early bellwether of Cheeca as "different – rather comparable to the tropical estate of a gifted host." Clara's first guest was President Harry Truman, who cherished his time loafing around the pool and wondering amidst the resort's 22 quaint bungalows. 

Fast horses, high society and a healthy dose of Keys vivacity marked the reign of the Twitchell Family in the 1960's. Cynthia, better known as "Chee," was an heiress to the A&P grocery chain and owner of a top thoroughbred racing farm. "We took my nickname, combined it with my husband Carl's, and came up with "Cheeca," she recalled. The Twitchells completely refurbished the property, adding the main lodge, the oceanfront villas, tennis courts, golf course and Cheeca's trademark wooden fishing pier. Chee raised miniature tarpon and her beloved seahorses in the aquariums throughout the resort. "Suzy the Seahorse" became Cheeca's mascot and logo, gracing the resort's menus, brochures, towels and linens.

Avid outdoorsman and Coca Cola magnate Carl Navarre purchased Cheeca Lodge in 1976, hosting his Fortune 500 friends in for sunny days of sportfishing and golf. Celebrities flocked to the hotel and famous guests were reeling in giant bonefish right off the resort's pier. The "Sportfishing Capital of the World" was born, seducing wealthy adventurers from around the world.

In 2005, Cheeca Lodge underwent over $30 million dollars in renovations, restoring the property and its surrounding grounds to their original grandeur, ensuring that we will be a cherished destination for generations to come. Following a fire on New Year's Eve 2008, the Main Lodge was completely rebuilt once again, with a fabulous open-air lobby, a spectacular oceanfront banquet room with panoramic views, and an exclusive indoor / outdoor lounge area for club members.

Other Job Openings