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Dining Room Server (Associate)

Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, Asheville, NC, United States


Description Is God calling you to ministry? For over 70 years, The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) has proclaimed the Gospel through its various ministries. Whether you work at our headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Training Center at the Cove (BGTC) in Asheville, North Carolina, Blue Ridge Broadcasting (BRB) in Asheville, North Carolina or a field office abroad, you are part of a team of committed Christians working together to reach people to the ends of the earth with the Gospel.

Christian Purpose And Expectations All employees proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through their employment, and thereby further BGEA’s religious mission.

Department Detail The Food Services Department strives to maintain the standard of Servant Hospitality and food service set forth by The Billy Graham Training Center at the Cove (BGTC). Food Services is responsible for the overall preparation, service, and presentation of food for any event at The Cove.

Job Summary The Dining Room Server is responsible for caring for guests during meals served in the dining room, and other locations as needed.

Ministry Summaries The Food Services department seeks to provide a high-quality lunch for staff and their guests. Food Services seeks to do so while maintaining accountability to BGEA’s donors of good stewardship. Furthermore, this department services numerous breaks and in‑house functions each week. It also prepares and serves food for special after‑hours events. The goal of Food Services is to perform all of this while reflecting the love of Jesus to each guest as the opportunity to serve arises.

Ministry Requirements

Maintains a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ

Faithfully upholds BGEA in prayer

Participates in daily BGEA staff devotions including Bible reading, and leading group prayer as schedule permits

Demonstrates behavior aligned with BGEA’s Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Hallmarks, policies, and expectations

Effectively represents Jesus Christ to those within both personal and professional spheres of influence

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Assists with dining room preparations and setup

Helps to maintain cleanliness and neatness in the dining room and hostess stations

Serves guests courteously and efficiently

Marginal Duties and Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned by Food Services Supervisor

Job Specifications Skills and Knowledge

Ability to communicate well one‑on‑one and in group settings

Commitment to hospitality and excellence

Ability to work independently without close supervision

Willingness to take initiative and be a proactive problem solver

Ability to analyze and make decisions based on BGTC protocols

Maintain confidentiality where appropriate

Ensures a clean and neat uniformed appearance while working

Physical/Mental Demands

Ability to move easily and stand for extended periods of time

Ability to lift 35 pounds

Extended daily, evening and weekend hours may be required

Working Conditions

Conventional dining room environment

Title VII Exception for Employment The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) is a faith‑based religious organization committed to spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ through every effective means. Consistent with our charitable purpose to share the Christian faith, a requirement for employment at BGEA is affirmation and adherence to our Christian Statement of Faith. Our Statement of Faith prerequisite for employment is based upon federal law set forth in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. § 2000e‑1.

Benefits Summary Associate or Seasonal employees may work up to 19 hours a week (not to exceed 1,000 hours a year (calendar/sequential)), and are not eligible for any benefits.

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