Banquet Captain

Omni Oklahoma City; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a luxurious new hotel in downtown Oklahoma City! Join the opening team as a Banquet Captain, where you'll lead and supervise the banquet staff to ensure exceptional service and memorable events. This role offers the chance to work in a vibrant environment, coordinating high-profile functions and exceeding guest expectations. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and have a passion for hospitality, this position is perfect for you. Be part of a forward-thinking team that values excellence and teamwork while enjoying the perks of a prestigious hotel setting.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of banquet leadership experience in a four-star hotel is preferred.
• Must maintain current alcohol and food handler training certifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise banquet staff and coordinate all aspects of banquet functions.
• Ensure food is presented neatly and served on time.

Skills

Banquet Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Customer Service

Education

TIPS Certification

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Location

Come and join our team at this 605-room convention center hotel in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City. Our luxury hotel is located next to the Paycom Center(OKC Thunder), the Oklahoma Convention Center and across the street from the 70-acre Scissortail Park.

The property includes an all-day dining outlet (Seltzer's Modern Diner), an entertainment sports bar (OKC Tap House), specialty restaurant (Bob's Steak & Chop House), coffee shop (Park Grounds) and a retail outlet (RareBird Gift Shop). Additionally, guests can enjoy a Mokara Spa, fitness center and a rooftop pool and bar (CatBird Seat) complete with a fire pit, outdoor lawn and cabanas. The hotel offers 76,000 square feet of meeting and event space inclusive of a 20,000 square foot ballroom, 10,000 square foot ballroom, and a 4,200 square foot outdoor pre-function space that overlooks the park.

Job Description

Omni Oklahoma City Hotelis seeking an experienced and team orientedBanquet Captainto join the opening team of this brand new upscale hotel. The Banquet Captain supervises the floor and banquet service staff to coordinate the execution of events and exceed guest expectations. This role leads our banquet servers and bartenders, and makes sure food is presented neatly, served on time and that all functions are coordinated properly.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Omni Oklahoma City Hotel!

Responsibilities

• Responsible for controlling all aspects in the execution of banquet function.
• Effectively supervise the Banquet staff during all food and beverage service.
• Coordinating every aspect of the Banquet staff during all food and beverage service.
• Assist the Banquet Manager in the complete operation of the Banquet Department.
• Responsible for adhering to hotel policies and procedures.
• Responsible for adhering to all liquor liability laws.
• Must assist/conduct all designated staff/pre-function meetings.
• Complete other duties as assigned by management.
• Must follow all details as described on Banquet Event Orders (BEO’s).
• Must be able to set tables to specifications, carry trays, and have excellent customer service experience.
• Complete banquet consumption sheets as designated by the Director of Banquets.
• Attend department meetings and other company required trainings.
• Complete other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Previous banquet leadership experience required, 3-4 years of experience in a four-star/four-diamond hotel or resort is strongly preferred.
• Must have and maintain current TIPS, ServSafe or equivalent alcohol training and food handler training.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays and evenings.
• Must have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and portray a friendly demeanor in a fast-paced environment.
• Must consistently demonstrate a teamwork-oriented and positive attitude.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and stand and walk for long periods of time, including the duration of a full shift.
• Must be able to walk, push, pull, stoop, bend and lift items of moderate weight.

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links:EEOC is the Law Posterand the following link is theOFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement

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Source: Hospitality Online