Part-time Banquet Captain

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At Destination El Paso, we believe in creating experiences that inspire, connect, and celebrate the unique spirit of our community. As part of Legends Global, the premier partner to the world’s greatest live events, venues, and brands, we are committed to excellence, innovation, and a community-centered approach in everything we do. We’re always looking for passionate, creative, and service-driven individuals to help us share the soul of El Paso with the world.

To promote El Paso as a premier destination by delivering exceptional hospitality and entertainment, showcasing our borderland culture and natural beauty, curating world-class events that foster community connection, and providing fun, safe, and inclusive aquatic experiences for guests of all ages.

To be recognized as a leader in destination management, live events and venue management, and aquatic attraction management.

Summary

The purpose of the Banquet Captain is to set, maintain, clean, and refresh all meeting/special event spaces within the Venue. The Assistant Manager will oversee the setup/operations team. In addition, this position will also be responsible for organizing all storage areas and maintaining end-of-month inventory reports for banquet, concessions and bar equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities

The purpose of the Banquet Captain position is to oversee the daily operations of the Food & Beverage operations Bartending, Catering, and Concessions team within the convention center, Plaza Theatre,

A. Chavez Theatre, McKelligon Canyon Amphitheatre, DEP Administration Building, Arts Festival Plaza and Outside Catering ensuring smooth and efficient service for meetings, conventions, and special events. The Banquet Captain will supervise staff during setup, service, and breakdown while maintaining high standards of guest service, safety, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and direct the bartending, catering, and concessions staff during all event phases, ensuring accurate execution of event requirements.
• Oversee setup, service, and closing procedures for assigned areas, maintaining cleanliness, organization, and compliance with venue standards.
• Train, support, and motivate team members to deliver consistent, high-quality service.
• Organize and maintain storage areas, ensuring products, equipment, and supplies are properly rotated, secured, and inventoried.
• Complete and submit end-of-month inventory reports for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies, catering equipment, service ware, and food supplies, concession food, beverage, and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and responsible service regulations.
• Communicate with management, culinary, and operations teams to ensure seamless event execution.
• Address guest needs and resolve service issues in a professional and timely manner.

Event Operations & Setup Responsibilities:

• Set up meeting rooms, function areas, and event spaces with appropriate equipment and materials (tables, chairs, linens, staging, bars, concession stations, etc.) according to floor plans and management standards.
• Pay close attention to detail when setting spaces to ensure accuracy and quality presentation.
• Possess knowledge of banquet configurations, catering setups, bar layouts, and concession stand requirements.
• Tear down and reset event spaces per specifications outlined on Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) or event plans.
• Clean and refresh meeting and event spaces as needed, including replacing soiled linens, replenishing beverages, restocking concessions, and resetting furniture.
• Continuously keep service corridors, pre-function space, and storage areas clean, organized, and unobstructed.

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