Banquet Captain: Lead Large-Event Service (Flexible Hours)

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel is seeking a Banquet Captain to lead banquet teams during large events and meetings on campus. The role covers event setup, running events, directing staff, and room breakdown to department standards.

Cash/credit handling may be required. Responsibilities include setting up stations, assisting with menus, maintaining safety and sanitation, adhering to schedules, and ensuring rooms are prepared well before events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of related banquet/food service experience.
• Must be able to work long hours, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Participate in setting up events including moving tables, setting tables and chairs, staging, portable stairs, podiums, buffet set-up, bar set-up, equipment for speakers, etc.
• Follow operational standards that exceed our customers' expectations for cleanliness, food presentation, and quality.
• Complete all necessary work for future banquet events, as directed.
• Ensure all meeting and eventrooms are prepared for clients/guest a minimum of 2 hours prior to contracted time.
• Read and interpret Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and planning sheets from Banquet management team.
• Clean up after the function: sweep, mop, clear dishes from tables, reorganize back aisle or staging areas as assigned, put equipment and supplies away in their proper storage areas.
• Handle cash/credit cards at times.

Skills

Banquet operations

Staff supervision

Menu development

Safety & sanitation

Event setup

Decision making

Flexibility

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel is seeking a Banquet Captain to lead banquet teams during large events and meetings on campus. The role covers event setup, running events, directing staff, and room breakdown to department standards.

Cash/credit handling may be required. Responsibilities include setting up stations, assisting with menus, maintaining safety and sanitation, adhering to schedules, and ensuring rooms are prepared well before events.