Banquet Captain

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Missouri; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality seeks a Banquet Captain to lead and inspire a team while delivering exceptional service. In this role, you'll ensure that events are visually stunning and that guests enjoy a seamless dining experience. With opportunities for growth and development, this position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued. Join a team that prioritizes authentic hospitality and meaningful experiences, and enjoy a variety of benefits that enhance your career and personal life.

Benefits

Discounted & Complimentary hotel room nights

Earned Wage Access & Daily Pay available

Floating Holiday available upon hire

Complimentary meals in colleague cafe

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K retirement savings plan and company match

Up to $1,000 in educational assistance

Opportunities to work and visit Hyatt hotels

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of related F&B and/or hospitality experience preferred.
• Supervisory skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead associates by coaching, giving direction, and training.
• Make event spaces visually appealing and manage food service.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Mathematical calculations

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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At Hyatt Regency St. Louis, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing authentic hospitality and meaningful experiences to each and every guest. Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren't just met - they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry.

As the Banquet Captain, you will lead other associates by coaching, giving direction, and training. Our captains are responsible for making the event/function space visually appealing and presenting the menu offering for the event. This includes linen, table setting, food station design, and beverage service. Other duties include general banquet preparation, room refreshes, and maintaining a sanitary environment.

Salary for this position is $7.25 plus tip pool.

Benefits and perks include but are not limited to:

• Discounted & Complimentary hotel room nights
• Earned Wage Access & Daily Pay available
• Floating Holiday available upon hire
• Enjoy complimentary meals in our colleague cafe for every shift worked
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance - Full-Time colleagues can enroll after just 30 days!
• 401K retirement savings plan and company match
• Up to $1,000 in educational assistance per year
• Opportunities to work and visit Hyatt hotels and Resorts around the world

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2-3 years of related F&B and/or hospitality-related experience. Banquet or Catering preferred
• Supervisory experience, skills, and abilities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Ability to perform basic mathematic calculations
• Excellent time management and planning skills
• Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments
• Ability to maintain close attention to detail
• Experience with and thorough understanding of banquet service
• Open availability to include evenings, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk and move about throughout shift to supervise and assist banquet servers
• Able to stand, sit, reach, grasp and perform repetitive motions
• Ability to push/pull/lift and carry up to 50lbs