Food And Beverage Captain

Potions Cocktail Theatre; New Delhi; On-site; INR 469,000 - 737,000; Full time

Job summary

Potions Cocktail Theatre in New Delhi seeks an experienced Food and Beverage Captain to oversee daily restaurant and bar operations on site in Saket. You will supervise staff, coordinate service, and maintain high standards of food and beverage quality while guiding team members and ensuring guest satisfaction.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a commitment to hygiene and safety. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is essential in this hospitality-focused venue.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food and beverage service, ideally in a bar, lounge, or restaurant environment, with supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong guest service orientation, with the ability to manage guest expectations, resolve concerns, and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Knowledge of food and beverage standards, menu presentation, cocktail and beverage service, and basic wine and spirits awareness.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team, delegate tasks effectively, and coordinate between service, bar, and kitchen staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Familiarity with POS systems, billing processes, table management, and cash handling procedures.
• Commitment to hygiene, safety, and compliance with health regulations in all service areas.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by hospitality operations.
• Relevant hospitality education or certification is an advantage; previous experience in a themed or experiential venue is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant and bar operations to ensure smooth service.
• Supervise service staff and coordinate table and bar service.
• Monitor quality standards for food and beverages and assist with inventory checks.
• Train and guide team members; enforce hygiene and safety standards.
• Collaborate with bar and kitchen teams to maintain efficient workflows.
• Address guest queries or concerns promptly and professionally.
• Support with reservations and seating management and assist with promotional activities.

Skills

Guest service orientation

Team leadership

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Hospitality education or certification

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Company Description Potions Cocktail Theatre is a hospitality venue specializing in immersive cocktail experiences that blend creative beverages with engaging storytelling and performance. Located in Mehrauli, New Delhi the establishment focuses on delivering high-quality food and beverage service in a distinctive, theatrical setting. Team members collaborate closely to provide attentive guest service and maintain a welcoming, well-organized environment. The venue values professionalism, reliability, and a passion for hospitality, and offers opportunities to grow skills in service excellence and guest engagement.

Role Description The Food and Beverage Captain is responsible for overseeing daily restaurant and bar operations, ensuring smooth service and high guest satisfaction in an on-site role based in Saket. This full-time position includes supervising service staff, coordinating table and bar service, and monitoring quality standards for food and beverages. The captain supports order taking and delivery, manages reservations and seating, and addresses guest queries or concerns promptly and professionally. The role also involves training and guiding team members, enforcing hygiene and safety standards, and collaborating with the bar and kitchen teams to maintain efficient workflows. The Food and Beverage Captain reports service issues, assists with inventory checks, and helps implement promotional activities and special events.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food and beverage service, ideally in a bar, lounge, or restaurant environment, with prior supervisory or captain-level responsibilities.
• Strong guest service orientation, with the ability to manage guest expectations, resolve concerns, and maintain a professional, welcoming demeanor.
• Knowledge of food and beverage standards, menu presentation, cocktail and beverage service, and basic wine and spirits awareness.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team, delegate tasks effectively, and coordinate between service, bar, and kitchen staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Familiarity with POS systems, billing processes, table management, and cash handling procedures.
• Commitment to hygiene, safety, and compliance with health regulations in all service areas.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by hospitality operations.
• Relevant hospitality education or certification is an advantage; previous experience in a themed or experiential venue is a plus.