Banquet Captain

Banquet Captain

The Banquet Captain reports to Food + Beverage Leadership and works in a team environment with other F+B professionals. You will lead the Banquet Team to execute the group and social events hosted at our property. The Banquet Captain wears many different hats throughout the day – leading by example while spending the much of your day engaging with your associates and clients before, during, and after events.

We encourage our leaders to inspire and challenge each other to be their best.

$24.00 hourly rate plus tips

Paid Vacation, Seattle Paid Sick and Safe Time and Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match

Paid time off to volunteer for the causes you care about in your community

Strong sense of belonging through diversity, equity, and inclusion

Uphold and model the company's principles of People, Place and Character; and ensure your team also models the way our values drive collaboration, intuition and translocal hospitality

Ensure timely set-up of all functions and adhere to food and beverage standards and guest requests through active communication with Sales and Catering Department. Responsible for maintaining a strong client relationship and ensuring all requests are communicated to staff.

Review all banquet event orders to determine appropriate staffing levels, room/station assignments, and décor. Work with Sales team to effectively communicate all requests. Communicate information to the kitchen and other supportive departments prior to and during events.

Manage inventory, control breakage/loss reduction of china, glass and silver related to banquet services. Inspect and oversee the cleanliness and maintenance of all function space, public areas, and service areas on all banquet levels.

Maintain regular communication with the F+B Management team to provide updates, discuss plans, communicate needs, and align on priorities, understanding that flexibility with your responsibilities is paramount to support a successful operation

Assists in other food and beverage departments as needed

Passion for People, Place, and Culture of our community

1 year supervisor experience

2 years minimum of food and beverage experience

Ability to obtain and maintain WA Food handler and MAST Permit within 14 days of hire

Adaptable interpersonal communication skills to address employees at all levels

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment for extended periods of time to meet high volume business

Ability to lift, balance and carry 50 lbs. by self and up to 100 lbs. with assistance to transport dry goods inventory, equipment, etc.

Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language

Computer skills helpful but not required

Hotels done differently. At Aparium, we believe in the power of People, Place and Character. We ensure our hotels are a place where individuals are valued and celebrated, elevating our associates' pride in who they are, where they live and who we serve. Our hotel is a tribute to the neighborhoods and the people of the communities where we operate. Salt Harvest will feature rustic and refined hearth inspired cuisine from the Pacific Northwest.

At the heart of Salt Harvest lies a deep commitment to ingredients and seasonality. Simplicity and Craftsmanship are the core of the kitchen's ethos. The approach is minimalist: less is more, allowing the ingredients to speak for themselves. The focus is on precision, balance, and a deep respect for the raw materials. Above all, Passion is the Key Ingredient. As an equal opportunity employer, Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, a sense of belonging for all employees.

We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are, where they come from, and take pride in who we serve. Aparium is an E-Verify employer.