Banquet Captain - Full Time

BENCHMARK; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hanover Inn at Pyramid Global Hospitality in Hanover, NH, is seeking a Banquet Captain to oversee setup and service for high-volume events.

Lead servers, coordinate room setup, ensure guest satisfaction, and uphold safety and cleanliness standards; prior banquet leadership and wine/spirits knowledge preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of food service experience, preferably in banquet service.
• Experience in a 4-star or 5-star venue with synchronized service.
• Knowledge of wine, beer, cocktails and spirits.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up banquet functions and prepare rooms for events.
• Serve and bus tables, and clear banquet rooms after events.
• Lead hourly banquet servers and coordinate room setup and service.
• Ensure guest satisfaction and maximize revenues.
• Perform food and beverage prep duties and stock workstations.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in back hall and storerooms.

Skills

Food service experience

Banquet experience

Wine & spirits knowledge

Ability to work under pressure

Communication skills

Job description

About Pyramid Global Hospitality

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.

Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property

The Hanover Inn has a rich legacy of hospitality stretching all the way back to its humble beginning back in 1780 when the Inn first welcomed guests as a Tavern. Notable guests have included Presidents Monroe, Wilson, F.D.R., Eisenhower, Nixon, and Reagan. George Washington did not sleep at the inn but Booker T. Washington did. Entertainers have included Kirk Douglas, Ella Fitzgerald, Joan Baez, Art Linkletter, Mary Tyler Moore, Burt Bacharach, Duke Ellington, Lillian Gish and B.B. King. The list of writers includes F. Scott Fitzgerald, J.D. Salinger, Sinclair Lewis, Carl Sandburg, Robert Frost, and Dr. Seuss.

What you will have an opportunity to do

We are looking for a highly motivated Banquet Captain to join our team! This individual will help to direct the set up and preparation of banquet rooms for banquet functions, serve and bus tables as well as clear and tear down banquet rooms at the end of the function. Assisting the Banquet Manager this individual will lead the performance of all hourly banquet food and beverage servers and houseman and is the personal representative of the property to banquet guests. They will coordinate all aspects of the room set-up and food and beverage service enhance guest satisfaction and maximize revenues. If you have experience with leading high volume catering and banquet events, making meaningful connections, figuring out what it takes and stepping it up to win the day is what you do, and you love it, we want you! This is a tremendous opportunity for a driven person to grow and learn at a world-class property!

Your role

• Set up for functions to include draping tables, setting silverware, folding napkins, preparing drinks and put out table centrepieces.
• Service to include picking up food from back hall, carrying trays to function location, serve food and clear the food from the tables.
• Break down to include bussing tables, putting away dirty linen and centrepieces, vacuuming.
• Responsibilities also include cleaning of back hall and organizing of storerooms.
• Set up for AM or PM break stations that include coffee, tea, snacks, beverages, etc.
• Assists as needed with event room setup according to meal period and table needs.
• Performs food & beverage preparation duties such as preparing condiments, brewing coffee, and ensuring workstations are stocked.
• Serves food and beverages to guests.
• Removes dishes, glasses, silverware, or other items from tables/counter tops and takes them to the kitchen.
• Cleans and sanitizes tables and/or counters & seats after guests are finished.
• Explains how various menu items are prepared, cooking methods and ingredients.
• Takes into consideration any special request and dietary issues made by the guest.
• Provides general property information.
• Offers warm and sincere welcome/farewell for all guests.
• Interacts with staff in a professional manner, assisting other departments with necessary information.
• Ensures final quality check on food and beverage items prior to serving guests.
• Monitors assigned tables for customer satisfaction, quality, and additional service.
• Addresses any guest issue promptly and with high concern.
• Aids other events and restaurant staff as needed.
• Maintains constant awareness of safety issues, (i.e. broken glass, frayed electrical cords, leaks, broken locks and suspicious persons).

What are we looking for?

• Someone with 2-4 years of food service experience, preferably Banquet service.
• Someone with experience in a 4-star, 5-star venue with synchronized service.
• Someone with knowledge of wine, beer, cocktails, and spirits.
• Someone who is able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Someone with a passion for creating an exceptional experience for all guests.
• Someone with excellent communication skills.

Compensation

$70,000 - $75,000

Equal Opportunity

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Pyramid Global Hospitality

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.

Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.