Event Captain - LAVO Tampa

In early 2027, Tao Group Hospitality is bringing two distinct dining experiences to Hotel Cala on Tampa's waterfront. LAVO will make its Tampa debut with signature coastal Italian cuisine and hospitality, while Bar Onda will bring a vibrant atmosphere to the Riverwalk with curated cocktails, bites, and waterfront views. We're building our opening teams now. Join Tao Group Hospitality and be part of bringing two exciting new destinations to Tampa.

• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the guests.
• Maintain general cleanliness of assigned stations and the entire venue.
• Will direct event staff and oversee event operations.
• Provides professional and exceptional service.
• Presents menus, answers question and make suggestions for all food and beverage items.
• Informs guests of all food and beverage specials, with prices.
• Required to solicit any allergy or dietary restrictions from each guest.
• Accurately enter all orders into the POS system.
• Ensures the delivery of all food and beverage to the guests.
• Follow supervisor's instructions, communicate with and support co-workers while being a team player.
• Possesses in-depth knowledge of all food and beverage menus and the company.
• Serves all beverages in accordance with all state regulations and alcohol awareness training standards.
• Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.
• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.
• Accurately completes all end-of-shift financial procedures.
• Communicates the needs of the guests to Front-of-House and Heart-of-House support staff, managers, and chefs.
• Properly sets-up floor and other opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including:
  • Ensures all tables, chairs and banquettes are clean and free of debris
  • Sets tables with proper settings
  • Wipes down chairs, tables, and banquettes
  • Stocks side-stations with prescribed supplies
  • Completes opening duties as assigned or directed.
  • Completes closing duties as assigned or directed.
  • Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.
• Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings.
• Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.
• Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
• Portrays a positive and professional attitude.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.
• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.
• Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned.

• Minimum 2 years server experience or equivalent related Tao Group Hospitality experience required.
• Minimum 2 years of food and beverage experience required.
• Previous banquet or event experience in a high-volume, fine dining or upscale hospitality environment is required Experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge.
• Comprehensive knowledge of classic cocktails required.
• Basic familiarity with wine varietals and classic regions around the world required.

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

• Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate
• Must have good positive energy throughout the day
• Must be able to print legibly for Team Members, management, and guests to read
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to move quickly
• Must be able to push…