Banquet Captain

UR University of Richmond; United States; On-site; USD 55,159,000 - 64,472,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Richmond is seeking a Full-Time Catering Support role to manage and execute setup and breakdown for assigned events at University Dining. You will demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and composure under pressure at catered functions on a Richmond campus.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, 2–4 years banquet experience, and supervisory experience. Hours are 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week, including weekends; pay ranges from $19.25–$22.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years banquet experience required.
• 2–4 years supervisor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute setup and breakdown of events.
• Provide professional, flexible service at catered events.
• Supervise banquet staff and ensure quality.

Skills

Staff supervision

Time management

Problem solving

Public relations

Customer service

Culinary knowledge

Computer literacy

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Banquet experience 2–4 years

Supervisor experience 2–4 years

Job description

Job Description SUMMARY: As a member of the University Catering team is responsible for managing and executing the set-up and break-down of all assigned catered events while exhibiting professionalism, flexibility, and grace under pressure as the representative of University Dining at a catering event.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT: QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of and ability to exercise basic management principles, including leading and training staff, and ability to work cooperatively as a part of a team Skilled in using effective time management, problem solving, and public relations techniques Ability to understand, follow written and interact given verbal instructions and procedures Ability to exercise flexibility, work independently without direct supervision, and work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment with frequent interruptions Ability to provide a high level of customer service Ability to monitor and/or maintain quality control standards Basic knowledge of safe food handling practices Knowledge of culinary skills and techniques and ability to train and lead others Ability to use computers and learn new software

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

H.S. Diploma or GED required 2 to 4 years of banquet experience required 2-4 years supervisor experience preferred

WORK HOURS:

Full Time, Non-exempt 8 hours daily/40 hours weekly Sunday - Saturday, hours vary (AM and PM hours), weekends vary

SALARY:

Pay grade 3 ($19.25/hour to $22.50/hour)

Located just minutes from downtown Richmond, Virginia, the University of Richmond blends the intimacy of a small college with exceptional academic, research, and cultural opportunities usually found only at large institutions. The mission of the University of Richmond is to educate in an academically challenging, intellectually vibrant, and collaborative community dedicated to the holistic development of students and the production of scholarly and creative work. A Richmond education prepares students for lives of purpose, thoughtful inquiry, and responsible leadership in a diverse world. Our strategic priorities are academic excellence, belonging and community, access and affordability, well-being, and experiential learning and community engagement. These priorities, coupled with strong benefits, makes the University of Richmond an employer of choice in the Richmond area. UR is a private, highly selective, liberal arts university with a welcoming spirit that prizes diversity of experience and thought. With more than 60 undergraduate majors and an average undergraduate class size of 15 students, the University provides a collaborative learning and research environment unlike any other in higher education, offering students an extraordinary combination of the liberal arts with law, business, leadership studies, and continuing education. The University of Richmond ranks number 30 among the nation’s best liberal arts colleges by US News and World Report, one of many accolades that showcases Richmond as a premiere place to grow professionally and personally.