Banquet Captain

Lessing's; Village of Port Jefferson (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lessing's is seeking a Banquet Captain to oversee catered events at their premier venues. Responsibilities include scheduling staff, ensuring cleanliness and sanitation, and responding to client requests to provide exceptional service. Candidates should have 1-2+ years of catering experience, strong problem-solving skills, and excellent interpersonal abilities.

Benefits

Paid Time Off for Full Time Employees

401K for Full Time Employees

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits for Full-Time Employees

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years catering experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee catered events and schedule personnel.
• Ensure safety and sanitation codes are followed.
• Interact with hosts for special requests.

Skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Job description

Req#: 7010828a-b75a-4b93-94ed-b2a5010cb569 Please use this link to complete an application on our Company Career Page: https://lessingsinc.peoplematter.jobs/ Come join us at one of our premier catering venues as a Banquet Captain! Position: Banquet Captain Job Duties and Responsibilities: -Oversee catered events. -Schedule banquet service personnel and assign specific tasks or services. -Ensure that safety and sanitation codes are followed. -Train staff to recognize improper guest behavior. -Examine the cleanliness of the venue, such as the condition of the bathrooms, prior to a function. -Ensure that elements of a venue are ready before guests arrive, including the dining tables, bar, food, and beverages. -Interact with the host to respond to any special requests or last-minute adjustments. -Monitor the activities of workers and guests and respond to questions, complaints, or comments that may arise. -Supervise cleanup, inventory, and storage of supplies and equipment. Qualifications: -Great problem solving skills. -Great attention to detail. -Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. -1-2+ yrs catering experience required. Pay & Perks: -Hourly pay -Paid Time Off for Full Time Employees -401K for Full Time Employees -Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits for Full-Time Employees The Company: Lessing’s Hospitality Group is comprised of over 100 locations throughout the Northeast and Florida. Lessing’s operates 21 wedding and catering venues, 16 full-service restaurants, over 75 corporate and academic dining centers, a historic inn, and a presidential yacht. Steeped in over 130 years of tradition, Lessing’s Hospitality Group’s focus is on providing each guest and client with unique, personalized experiences and remarkable hospitality. Salary Range (NY only): $16 - $20 per hour

About the company

130 Years of excellence, providing unique restaurant concepts, exclusive wedding venues, distinctive catering, and skillfully executed food service management.

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