What are the responsibilities and job description for the Banquet Captain position at The Ballantyne, A Luxury Collection Hotel?
Job Summary: Assists Banquet Director in overseeing banquet staff and coordinating banquet functions to ensure that groups using the hotel's banquet facilities are completely satisfied.
- Assists in conducting training of banquet staff in proper set-up, serving and clean up procedures.
- Holds pre-staff meetings with banquet staff to review the specific needs of each group including service procedures, set-up, menus, order of service, and any special request.
- May assist in scheduling and assigning duties to banquet staff.
- Ensures all set up and closing duties are completed as assigned; performs set up and closing duties as needed.
- Coordinates the timing of each course to correspond with the dining pace of the guests; assists in the plating of meals; performs all Banquet Server duties as needed.
- Responds quickly to guest requests in a friendly manner. Follows up to ensure guest satisfaction.
- Provides a professional image at all times through appearance and dress.
- Follows company policies and procedures.
**Note: Other duties as assigned by supervisor or management
Qualifications:
Education/ Experience: Basic reading, writing and math skills and one year experience in a hotel banquet department. Understands and comprehends English.
Certification and/or License Requirement: Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit as required by local or state government agency.
Skills:
Attention to detail.
Planning and organizational ability.
Communication Skills.
Customer service.
Interpersonal communications
Working Conditions:
Will be required to work nights, weekends and holidays.
Will be required to work in fast paced, stressful environment.
May be asked to work overtime.
Benefits:
- 401k after 90 days, fully vested, company match to 3%
- Medical (3 Plan choices)
- Dental (2 Plan choices)
- Vision
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Northwood Hospitality Discounts
- Marriott Discounts worldwide
- Awesome PTO policy
- and more
EEO and ADA Statements
The Ballantyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive culture. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Requirements:- High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a related field preferred.
- College course work in a related field helpful
- Previous supervisory responsibility preferred.