Banquet Captain

Do You Love Hospitality, Events, and Mountain Living as Much as We Do? Work Hard. Play Hard. Live Fully in Crested Butte.

At Elk Ave Hospitality, we are building teams for people who want more than just a job. We are looking for individuals who want to work hard, grow their skills, be part of a strong team, and enjoy the unmatched lifestyle that comes with living in the Gunnison Valley. If you love creating memorable guest experiences, thrive in a fast-paced event environment, and take pride in leading service with confidence and professionalism, we want to hear from you.

Whether your passion is skiing first tracks, biking wildflower‑lined trails, fishing alpine waters, or simply soaking in the beauty of the Rockies, this is your chance to build a life that blends professional growth with personal adventure. We are growing quickly and actively building career paths for people who want to develop their knowledge, expand their skills, and contribute to a strong hospitality culture.

• A positive, team‑oriented work environment
• Ongoing training, learning, and development
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within Elk Ave Hospitality
• Employee housing opportunities, depending on the role and availability
• Competitive compensation at $28 per hour plus tips
• The opportunity to live and work in one of Colorado’s most remarkable mountain communities

This is a part‑time, hourly, non‑exempt position. Hourly positions are not immediately eligible for health benefits or paid time off.

• Work well as part of a team
• Take pride in creating exceptional guest experiences
• Can lead with confidence while remaining calm and professional
• Thrive in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities
• Value cleanliness, organization, timing, and attention to detail
• Can communicate clearly with both guests and teammates
• Want to learn, improve, and grow over time
• Bring a positive attitude, professionalism, and accountability to work each day

Our core values are Communication, Humility, Accountability, Integrity, and Respect, and we are looking for team members who want to live those values in the workplace.

• Maintain a professional appearance and follow dress and uniform standards
• Work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during busy event periods
• Communicate clearly and work effectively with guests, teammates, managers, and vendors
• Help maintain clean, organized, safe, and event‑ready work areas
• Work with consistency, urgency, and a team‑first attitude
• Support successful event execution from setup through breakdown
• Lead service teams in a way that reflects professionalism, hospitality, and operational discipline

We believe in building flexible, well‑rounded hospitality teams through cross‑training and shared operational awareness. While the Banquet Captain role is focused on event leadership and execution, team members who want to grow may have the opportunity to support multiple areas of hospitality and events over time. This approach helps employees build a broader understanding of the operation, develop new skills, and create more opportunities for growth within Elk Ave Hospitality.

Elk Ave Hospitality is a growing family of restaurants and hospitality businesses in Crested Butte and the Gunnison Valley. Our venues offer a wide range of guest experiences, from elevated dining to approachable everyday hospitality, all rooted in quality, consistency, and genuine care for our guests and our team. We believe hospitality can be both a craft and a career. With multiple venues, varied concepts, and opportunities for advancement, we are able to offer year‑round employment, cross‑training, and real pathways for growth.

We are building a company for people who want to work hard, contribute to a strong team culture, and grow their skills over time.

The Events Department at Elk Ave Hospitality supports private dining, catered events, celebrations, and group experiences across our venues and hospitality offerings. This team helps bring memorable events to life through thoughtful planning, polished…