Banquet Captain

Hilton Garden Inn Starkville; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay!

Team Member Hotel Discount

Uniforms Provided

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid PTO

401k with employer match

Food and Beverage Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Valor Hospitality seeks a dedicated Banquet Supervisor to oversee event setup, service, and breakdown at our Starkville property. You’ll lead banquet staff, ensure BEOs are followed, and deliver guest-focused service that makes events smooth and memorable.

Responsibilities include coordinating with Culinary and Banquet teams, maintaining cleanliness, handling post-event checks, and ensuring safety and accuracy throughout functions; a high school diploma and strong English communication are

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent experience.
• Able to read, speak and understand English.
• Able to lift, push, carry 20-40 lbs.
• Stand continuously for long periods of time.
• Communicate information and hotel services to management, staff and guests.

Responsibilities

• Supervise banquet staff during setup, service, and breakdown.
• Check BEOs and ensure directions are followed.
• Maintain neat public areas and communicate with group representatives.
• Ensure proper presentation and service of Food & Beverage items as per standards.
• Coordinate between Culinary Dept. and Banquet Team during events.
• Compile end-of-event checks and post to master accounts; sign for clients.
• Ensure staff paperwork is completed; reset area for next function.

Skills

Banquet supervision

Staff leadership

Communication

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEWAt Valor, we are passionate Hotelitarians—driven, detail-obsessed professionals who go beyond service to deliver true hospitality. With a global perspective and a commitment to thoughtful hospitality and sustainable dining, we bring enthusiasm, creativity, and local flair to every property we support. We seek individuals who value relationships, embrace high standards, and create meaningful experiences for guests, teams, and owners alike. If you’re someone who notices the little things and strives to make a lasting impact, you’ll thrive here.Please visit http://www.valorhospitality.com to learn more about our existing hotels, other exciting job opportunities and our company.POSITION PROFILESupervise banquet staff in the completion of the assigned functions and set-up, as well as oversee the service and break-down functions in a safe, accident-free manner. Expected to always be attentive to guest needs and making them feel welcome, comfortable, important and relaxed.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILTIESCheck server’s and house person’s BEOs to ensure that all information is accurate.Check room set-up to see that BEO directions are completely followed. Ensure that all public areas are neat and clean. Contact group representatives. Explain how to make contact; if needed throughout the function. Ensure that any & all Food & Beverage items are presented and served correctly, adhering to the standards set out by the property and noting any special requests & instructions, outlined on the Banquet Event Order for the event. Ensure that communication is constantly maintained between the Culinary Department Representative & the Banquet Team during the event, alert team members of any changes in the schedule of service, challenges or adverse comments that may arise during the service of an event. Compile check from the Banquet Event Order, at the end of the event or function, ensuring that the correct numbers of items/number of persons are charged for, and that the check is posted to the correct master account, present the check to the clients for signature. Ensure that all relevant & applicable paperwork is filled out correctly, including the Captain’s Consumption Sheets and Captain’s Report and copies distributed as required. Ensure that staff members return all equipment to the storage areas and that the room/area is left clean and tidy. Unconsumed Liquor & Wines should be returned to the Banquet Beverage Service Bar. Compile the station register and assign duties to banquet staff and supporting banquet captains, assigned to that specific event or function. Ensure that the name of every staff member assigned to an event or function appears on the banquet sign-in sheet, and that the staff signs the sheet, prior to leaving the event or function. Prepare the area or room in its entirety for a function or event, prior to the guest’s arrival. Recap all banquet checks at end of day and turn in to Night Audit. Perform other related duties as assigned or requested by Supervisors/Managers.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESHigh school education or equivalent experience.Able to read, speak and understand English. Able to lift, push, carry 20 - 40 lbs. Stand continuously for long periods of time.Communicate information and hotel services to management, staff and guests.BENEFITS PACKAGECompetitive SalaryDaily Pay!Team Member Hotel Discount ProgramUniforms Provided for most positionsBenefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental optionsPaid PTO401k with employer matchFood and Beverage DiscountsTuition Reimbursement