Banquet Lead​/Captain

Banquet Lead/Captain

Useless Bay Golf and Country Club is seeking a Banquet Lead/Captain. The role involves leading banquet event set‑up, execution, and service, supervising team members, maintaining food and beverage standards, and acting as the primary point of contact for event hosts.

• Hourly Pay Range: $26.00 to $28.00 DOE
• Access to Club Amenities
• Complimentary Golf Privileges
• Complimentary Shift Meal (if working five or more hours in a shift)
• Tip/Tip Pooling Eligible
• Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
• Paid Time off & Holiday Pay
• Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
• HSA/FSA Plans – employer contribution
• Values Based Culture
• Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
• Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf and Retail
• Employee Assistance Program
• “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
• Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
• Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
• Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
• Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)

• Leads all banquet events set up, execution, and service for all events at the club
• Supervises team members assigned to events, providing coaching, direction aligned to club standards and event expectations
• Maintains standards for food and beverage quality, presentation, handling, sanitation, and safety
• Performs as a server or bartender during events
• Acts as primary point of contact for event host, interpreting needs and preferences to inform service and culinary team
• Communicates directly with the culinary team during service to convey timing expectations as event needs may shift
• Coordinates the timing of each course to correspond with the dining pace of the guests
• Partners with chefs and F&B Manager to define vessels for event items, order of service, and presentation
• Conducts a briefing or “line‑up” with team members at the beginning of each shift to convey event and menu details and timing
• Works to resolve guest issues and concerns as necessary

• At least two years of experience in a high‑volume, high‑quality banquet or events service operation
• Previous food & beverage supervisory experience
• Basic computer literacy in the Point of Sale system and the sales and catering computer application
• Current State Food Handling and Liquor Serving License(s)
• Refined customer/guest service skills and experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Situated on the shores of Useless Bay on Whidbey Island, the club offers a serene coastal environment for staff and guests.

Columbia Hospitality, Inc. operating as Columbia Hospitality Service U.L.C. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.