Banquet Captain

The Banquet Captain ensures the quality presentation of food and beverages to guests; ensures all guests’ needs are met, including proper service; and is responsible for the setup and teardown of equipment for meetings and/or food and beverage functions in the Banquet and training rooms.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in a supervisory or managerial position within a large multi-faceted food and beverage department. Supervisory experience must include maintaining a staff of up to 10, running multiple functions simultaneously, and overseeing functions of up to 250+ guests.
• At least two (2) years experience working in a variety of capacities within a high-volume Banquet/Catering operation with one (1) year of fine dining service required.
• Obtain and maintain a valid WA State Health Card/Food Handlers Permit.
• Obtain and maintain a valid MAST certification.

Skills and Abilities

Required:

• Demonstrate ability to produce successful results with minimal supervisor.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills; both oral and written. Read, write and speak English fluently.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of special menu items, food preparation and presentation, presentation of wines and liquor, complete knowledge of all room set-ups, table set-ups, and catering procedures.
• Exhibit advanced knowledge and skills using computer software, MS Office Suite and P.O.S. or register systems.
• Demonstrate ability to present etiquette in table setting and service.
• Demonstrate ability to train and mentor diverse staff.
• Demonstrate ability to work well with subordinates and management.
• Demonstrate ability to work with and maintain confidential materials and information.
• Exhibit working knowledge of health & safety standards, and safety regulations as required.

Obtain and maintain a valid gaming license, Food Handlers, and MAST certification