Banquet Captain

The Banquet Captain

The Banquet Captain is responsible for performing the duties necessary to execute catered events as assigned by the Food and Beverage Manager.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Report to Food and Beverage Manager upon arrival to receive daily assignments.
2. Review designated Banquet Event Order(s) with Food & Beverage Manager.
3. Organize the day's work and prepare to delegate tasks to banquet staff at the start of each shift.
4. Oversee event preparation and ensure that tasks are on schedule.
5. Help to control the misuse of linens, overuse of beverages and other banquet supplies.
6. Conduct pre-event meetings with banquet service staff.
7. Ensure that events are set at least 15 minutes prior to their schedule start time.
8. Maintain the proper set-up of service hallway to maximize efficiency of food service.
9. Supervise and assist with the service of food for each event
10. Coordinate and monitor meal breaks for service staff.
11. Prepare post-event task list with and ensure that tasks are completed prior to relieving service staff.
12. Responsible for completing a Captain's Report after each event.
13. Responsible for clearing and cleaning all catering areas after each event.
14. Maintain organization of linen shelves and other catering equipment supplies.
15. Maintain cleanliness of all catering supplies and equipment.
16. Responsible for returning all table-stand numbers to the Deco room in clean and orderly condition.
17. Report any areas in need of maintenance or repair to the F&B Manager.
18. Ensure that all catering cages are locked at the end of the shift.
19. Other duties as assigned and deemed necessary.
20. Reports to F&B Personnel in appropriate uniform, for assigned location.
21. Prepares all beverage items for sale in the station
22. Receives and handles cash and/or tickets.
23. Follows all rules and regulations which apply to the beverage operations and to SMG Food and Beverage Division.
24. Requests identification for every guest purchasing alcohol.
25. Performs other related duties as assigned by Food Service Manager.

• Provides positive oriented attitude at all times and great customer service
• Strong knowledge of sanitary practices.
• Maintains proper grooming and dress code standards.
• Work ethic encourages strong urgency and quality in a team environment.
• Ability to work with other staff members in the facility.
• Knowledge of food service industry
• Excellent skills in guest services and catering
• Ability to handle multiple events in a fast-paced environment
• Must be TIPS Food Handler Certified.

Must have ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays, in addition to normal business hours

Education and/or Experience

High school Diploma, Associates Degree, Bartending Certification, Three to Five years catering experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility; to stand for long hours during events; talk and hear. This position may require work inside or outside of the building, as needed by events. This position requires stooping and lifting. Must be able to lift 25 lbs to the waste.

This job description portrays in general terms the type and level(s) of work performed and is not intended to be all-inclusive or to represent specific duties of any one incumbent. The knowledge, skills and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience, or on-the-job training. The company reserves the rights to modify, supplement, delete, or augment the duties and responsibilities specified in the position description, in the company's sole and absolute discretion. Duties other than those expressly specified may be assigned from time to time.

ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor