Catering Captain

Bring the Home Team experience to life, one event at a time! As Catering Captain, you'll take the lead in bringing unforgettable events together through strong leadership, seamless coordination, and exceptional hospitality. From preparing the team and equipment to overseeing on-site execution, you'll be the driving force behind delivering the quality, energy, and genuine hospitality that make Home Team BBQ events stand out.

Home Team BBQ provides on and off-site catering opportunities for our customers as well as many special events HTBBQ participates in. A Catering Captain with HTBBQ would need to have the ability to organize, communicate, and lead the catering staff through a successful event. This position is the main point of contact for the scheduled event.

A Catering Captain motivates staff while providing a positive, cohesive team to deliver Home Team quality of service. In addition to leading the team, this position is tasked with being aware of the correct use and maintenance of all catering equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Train, implement, and maintain proper procedures for all events with support staff. Communicate needs for events with Catering Director Communicate with Back of House (BOH) for location of food for loading and when returning, where and how to properly put food and dishes away. Lead by example and motivate staff daily on procedures required Monthly inventory of all catering equipment (on or off property) Prepare pack outs/checklists for vending, full services and oyster roasts Maintenance of catering vehicles (gas, oil changes, cleanliness) Review of catering staff/events with Catering Director and Catering Sales Managers Updating pack outs based on needs from events with Event Director Employee related issues/complications Position requires driving company vehicles.

Must have a clean driving record, practice safe driving including hands-free and non-distracted driving. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: A minimum of three (3) years of relevant hospitality experience, including catering, banquet operations, event coordination, and/or front-of-house service. Past supervisory experience is preferred.

Must be 21 years of age. Must have a valid driver’s license. TIPS training is preferred. Previous special event/catering management experience is ideal. Must have ability to communication with proper grammar in English. Ability to prioritize, organize, delegate work and follow through. Able to compute basic mathematical calculations.

Computer knowledge and typing skills required. Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others. Demonstrates honesty and integrity. Leads by example. Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors. Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect and cooperation among team members.

Ability to work in all elements/weather (peak summer heat, rain, and winter colder temperatures. Physicality Requirements: 100% -- Communicates with customers and employees in person and via phone/email. 100% -- Standing during event (7+ hours a day). No scheduled breaks, however available based on business volume. 60% -- Reaches, bends, and stoops frequently.

10% -- Sitting for opening and closing paperwork. Must be able to lift, pull, or push equipment upwards of 80+ lbs. Capable of working flexible hours. Disclaimer: This above job description in no way represents a contract for employment. As with all positions at the company, employment is considered “at will” or voluntary on the part of the company and the employee.

Employment is not for a set period and may be terminated by either party with or without notice.