Banquet Captain

Summary The ideal candidate will oversee set-up and clean-up food preparation for all banquet functions.

Essential Functions

Job duties include, although are not limited to: Supervise Food and Beverage service to ensure consistency throughout the banquet. Assist with the planning, organizing and execution of all banquet functions. Supervise banquet rooms set-up and clean-up. Greet Clients in charge and respond to requests. Speak at roll call meetings prior to events to inform staff about event particulars and expectations.

Prepare banquet check for signature. In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the requirements of the company.

Attend mandatory meetings. Supervised all assigned side-work to include replenishing condiments and restocking banquet cabinet supplies. Supervise general cleaning tasks using standard hotel products as assigned to adhere to health standards. Abide by all state, federal and corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests.

Check with Facilities, Catering and Culinary for any minute changes. Internal Relationships Reports to Banquet Manager/Banquet Director External Relationships Has regular contact with guests and members of the club.

Qualifications

and Education/Experience Requirements Ability to read, write and speak the English language fluently to interact with staff. Basic knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette. Some wine knowledge. Knowledge of appropriate table settings and service-ware. Ability to make quick and accurate decisions.

Must possess strong organizational skills. Ability to perform under pressure effectively for extensive periods of time while maintaining professionalism. Prior banquet department or ala carte experience required. Prior food service preferred. Physical Requirements Lifting 50 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.

It requires walking or standing to a significant degree, as well as reaching, handling, feeling, talking, hearing, and seeing. In the United States, we are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.