Banquet Captain

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university seeks a Banquet Captain for the Blackwell Inn, responsible for managing banquet events, staffing, and maintaining service standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospitality and relevant experience. This role includes a flexible schedule requiring some evenings and weekends, involving both management and hands-on activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Supervisory experience desired.
• Certification or vocational training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze banquet event orders (BEOs) to execute events.
• Maintain a strong presence during events to ensure standards.
• Assist with inventory management and scheduling tasks.

Skills

Event management

Staffing

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in hospitality management

Job description

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Job Title:Banquet Captain Department:Business Advancement | Blackwell Food and Beverage Operations

Job Description
Under supervision of the Banquet Manager and Assistant Banquet Manager, the Banquet Captain analyzes banquet event orders (BEOs) to accurately execute events through knowledge and hotel standards. Reviews daily and weekly communications to determine staffing levels as related to banquets and meeting space requirements. Maintains a strong presence on the floor before, during and after banquet functions to ensure standards are being met. Assists with proper set-up and tear down of events, breaks and bars. Aids in hiring and coaching of full time and student staff as needed to maintain adequate staffing levels. Maintains inventory of supplies to meet projected needs and requisition additional supplies as needed. Assists in office responsibilities such as but not limited to scheduling, billing and payroll. The Blackwell Inn is a 24/7 operation, as such, this position will operate with a flexible schedule and will require some evening, holiday, and weekend hours.

Minimum Education Required
High School diploma or GED. Certification or vocational training may be required. Associate degree in relevant field may be preferred. 2 years of relevant experience required. 4-6 years of relevant experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in hospitality management or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Hotel and banquet experience as well as supervisory experience desired.

FUNCTION: Food Service

SUB-FUNCTION: Hospitality Food

CAREER BAND: Technical

CAREER LEVEL: T3

Additional Information: Location:Blackwell Inn (0254) Position Type:Regular Scheduled Hours:40 Shift: Varying Shifts

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