Banquet Captain: Lead High-Volume Events & Guest Experience

BENCHMARK; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality is opening the Virginia Guesthouse, a 214-room property on the University of Virginia grounds, with banquet space and event services. We seek a Banquet Captain to lead setup, service, and teardown for high-volume events, reporting to the Banquet Manager.

Compensation is $17.00 per hour with opportunities to grow in a world-class property. The role requires 2-4 years in food service, preferably in banquet settings, and knowledge of wine and beverages.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of food service experience.
• PreferBanquet service experience in a luxury or high-volume setting.
• Knowledge of wine, beer, cocktails, and spirits is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct the setup and preparation of banquet rooms for functions.
• Serve and bus tables, clear and tear down banquet spaces after events.
• Lead hourly banquet servers and housemen in coordination with the Banquet Manager.
• Ensure guest satisfaction, monitor safety and cleanliness, and protect property assets.
• Assist with event room setup according to meal period and table needs.
• Explain menu items, methods, and ingredients to guests and accommodate dietary requests.

Skills

Food service experience

Banquet service

Wine knowledge

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is opening the Virginia Guesthouse, a 214-room property on the University of Virginia grounds, with banquet space and event services. We seek a Banquet Captain to lead setup, service, and teardown for high-volume events, reporting to the Banquet Manager.

Compensation is $17.00 per hour with opportunities to grow in a world-class property. The role requires 2-4 years in food service, preferably in banquet settings, and knowledge of wine and beverages.