Banquet Captain

The Banquet Captain oversees, plans and direct the banquet operations including the set-up of services. The successful candidate will report directly to the Banquet Manager and will partner closely with the Catering/Sales and culinary departments to ensure the banquet operations can meet the demands successfully.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees the setup of meeting spaces for banquet and catering events to ensure compliance with banquet event orders (BEO) with level of service, quality and hospitality.
• Works with kitchen staff on the timing of food preparation to ensure that meals are ready on time in accordance with the event order.
• Provide exceptional guest service and supervises and directs the prompt, efficient and friendly serving of all food and beverage for banquets and events.
• Adhere and ensure that the required sanitation procedures are met for food handling safety.
• Assist with scheduling of employees.
• Completing guest checks with accuracy.
• Ability and willingness to follow established processes and procedures.
• Additional projects and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE WE’RE SEEKING

• 2 to 4 years of experience as a banquet captain or senior server is required. Hotel banquet experience is a plus preferable in a 5 Star hotel.
• Detail oriented with an outgoing personality and natural leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong level of self-discipline and leadership.
• Food Handler Certificate (if applicable)
• Knowledge of computer systems such as Excel, Word, and POS.
• This position requires a flexible schedule, must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Please note management reserves the right to change, modify, and/or alter any of the duties listed above to meet business demands. Salary: US $11 to $13 per hour + a share in the gratuity pool Estimated Earnings – US $67,000 – $87,000 per annum