Banquet Captain

Randstad USA; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Life Insurance

AD&D

Short-term Disability

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking a proactive Banquet Captain to lead campus catering events, coordinating with hosts, kitchen staff, and service teams to ensure timely, high-quality hospitality.

The role requires 2+ years of hospitality leadership, flexible, part-time/on-call availability, and the ability to handle equipment transport and on-site challenges during events. Pay ranges hourly with day shifts from 8 AM to 8 PM on campus events.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of hospitality leadership/supervision experience.
• Experience in catering operations, country clubs, or food service supervision strongly preferred.
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods and lift/transport catering equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee setup, service, breakdown, and cleanup of catered functions across campus.
• Gather and deliver food, beverages, and supplies; transport unused food and equipment safely.
• Act as main contact for event hosts, address guest needs, and resolve on-site issues.

Skills

Event Logistics

Team Coordination

Adaptability

Food Safety

Equipment Sanitation

Education

High School

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and service-oriented Banquet Captain to assist in leading events within our campus catering department. Serving as the central liaison between event hosts, kitchen staff, and service teams, the Banquet Captain ensures that all functions run seamlessly, strictly adhere to designated schedules, and deliver a high standard of hospitality.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 1–3+ years of hospitality experience with proven leadership abilities. Prior experience in catering operations, country clubs, promotional/marketing events, or food service supervision is strongly preferred.
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand and walk for the entire duration of scheduled events and lift/transport catering equipment and supplies.
• Availability: Must have a flexible schedule to accommodate varying part‑time and on‑call hours based on campus event needs.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Team Player: Collaborates effectively with kitchen staff, servers, and event hosts.
• Customer‑Centric: Dedicated to providing exceptional, high‑touch customer service.
• Adaptable: Maintains composure and problem‑solves efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.

salary: $21 - $22 per hour

shift: First

work hours: 8 AM - 8 PM

education: High School

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Event Execution & Leadership: Oversee and assist with the setup, service, breakdown, and cleanup of catered functions across campus.
• Logistics & Equipment Handling: Gather and deliver all food, beverages, and supplies to scheduled event locations. Clean, pack, and transport unused food, dishes, utensils, and equipment safely back to primary facilities. Ensure proper trash and waste management.
• Guest Relations & On‑Site Problem Solving: Act as the main point of contact for event hosts. Immediately address guest needs, resolve complaints, and adapt to sudden logistical changes on the fly.
• Departmental Support: Assist with event prep, general catering operations, and maintain clean, organized work areas throughout all phases of an event.

Skills

• Event Logistics
• Team Coordination
• Adaptability
• Food Safety
• Equipment Sanitation

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 2 years
• Experience level: Experienced

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

• medical
• prescription
• dental
• vision
• AD&D
• life insurance offerings
• short-term disability
• 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility)

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Experience

• Experienced
• 2 years

Education

• High School (required)