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Banquet Server
 
A Banquet Server is responsible for customer service, food and beverage service, table maintenance, and room setup/teardown.  He or she works in many different types of environments and a variety of events, including weddings, tradeshows, and conferences.  With emerit Banquet Server training, you'll learn how to:
 
  • handle different working conditions.
  • provide superior customer service.
  • develop a multitude of service support skills that will advance your career.
  • build a positive reputation for your establishment.
  • identify tableware and the proper methods of serving chilled wine.
 
To receive Professional Certification as a Banquet Server, you must successfully complete an occupational knowledge exam, performance evaluation, and work experience. 
 
Occupational Knowledge Exam: This 100-question multiple choice exam is based on the National Occupational Standard for Banquet Servers.
 
Performance Evaluation: The performance evaluation is conducted by a professional evaluator who will observe you on-the-job.
 
Work Experience: You must complete 800* hours of experience as a Banquet Server or 350 hours of Food and Beverage Server experience prior to the performance evaluation (at least 175 hours of which must be as a Banquet Server). 
 
Prerequisites: None. 
 
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*Effective for registrations from June 1, 2009 onward.