Banquet Captain - On Call

BENCHMARK; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) matching

Job summary

BENCHMARK is seeking an On-Call Banquet Captain to oversee banquet events at South Seas Resort in New York. This role involves leading staff and ensuring exceptional service and guest satisfaction during catered events.

Responsibilities include event setup and breakdown, communication with culinary teams, and maintaining high service standards. A competitive salary of $15.00 per hour with opportunities for guest experience enhancement awaits you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of banquet leadership or hospitality supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of banquet service styles and food and beverage operations.
• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead banquet service staff during events.
• Review event orders to ensure understanding of requirements.
• Serve as primary on-site leader for banquet guests.

Skills

Banquet leadership

Customer service

Event execution

Communication

Organization

Job description

## Banquet Captain - On CallApplylocations: South Seas Resorttime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0064238**Welcome to Pyramid Global Hospitality, where people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, growth, development, and wellbeing. Our commitment to a People First culture is reflected in our approach to employee development, employee benefits and our dedication to building meaningful relationships.****Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a range of employment benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as unique perks such as on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and employee rates on hotel stays. In addition, Pyramid Global Hospitality is committed to providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help our people build the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers.****Whether you are just starting out in the hospitality industry or are a seasoned professional, Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and fosters success, in over 230 properties worldwide. Join their team and experience the benefits of working for a company that values its employees and is committed to creating exceptional guest experiences.****Check out** **this video** **for more information on our great company!**About our property:Welcome to South Seas, a premier resort destination in the Pyramid Global Hospitality portfolio, located on the beautiful shores of Captiva Island, Florida. Featuring 279 guest rooms and over 7,000 sq ft of meeting and event space, South Seas spans 330 acres of coastal beauty, offering a truly unique setting for hospitality professionals. At South Seas, team members have the opportunity to be part of a resort experience unlike any other, surrounded by pristine beaches, a thriving wildlife preserve, and a setting that showcases the best of Southwest Florida. From supporting memorable events to delivering exceptional guest experiences across the resort's diverse offerings, every role plays an important part in bringing the South Seas experience to life. Joining our team means becoming part of a people-first culture that values teamwork, growth, and a passion for hospitality. Whether you're building your career in guest services, food and beverage, recreation, housekeeping, sales, or another department, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact. If you're looking for a rewarding career in a unique island setting, we invite you to explore the opportunities available at South Seas and apply today.What you will have an opportunity to do:**Our Property:**Captiva Island has been the destination of choice for generations of families. South Seas, for many, is where the destination has come to life. The 330-acre retreat and wildlife nature preserve on the Florida Gulf Coast offers elevated coastal experiences and world-class amenities designed to appeal to a multitude of guests. Join this passionate and hardworking team and enjoy working in paradise.**Our Core Values:**We are in the business of creating an authentic sense of place for families to return to time and time again while committing ourselves to creating memorable and fun experiencers through passionate, attentive service. This mantra is reflected in everything we do and every interaction we have whether it be in hospitality operations management, asset management, development, or sales & marketing. Our values define who we are.* Be Authentic* Practice Humility* Cultivate Teamwork* Value Time* Be TrustworthyWe offer a very competitive salary and generous benefits including:* Medical, Dental, Vision Plans* Paid Life Insurance* Short- and Long-Term Disability* Paid Time Off & Holidays* 401(k) with 100% match up to 4 percent* Commuter and Company-paid Toll Programs* Complimentary Shift Meal**POSITION OVERVIEW**South Seas Resort is seeking a professional, service-driven On-Call Banquet Captain to lead banquet and catered events while delivering exceptional guest experiences in one of Southwest Florida's premier resort destinations. This position serves as the operational leader during assigned events, ensuring seamless execution from setup through breakdown while maintaining the resort's high standards of hospitality, presentation, and service.The On-Call Banquet Captain provides hands-on leadership to banquet service team members, coordinates event execution with Culinary, Stewarding, Conference Services, and resort departments, and serves as the primary point of contact during events to ensure every detail exceeds guest expectations. This flexible, on-call position is ideal for hospitality professionals seeking event-based scheduling while working weddings, corporate meetings, social functions, holiday events, and resort special events.## ## **Essential Responsibilities**### Event Leadership* Lead banquet service staff during assigned events, ensuring efficient execution and exceptional guest service.* Review Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) with the team prior to each event to ensure complete understanding of event requirements.* Direct event setup, service execution, and breakdown according to resort standards.* Conduct pre-shift meetings to communicate event details, service expectations, safety procedures, and assignments.* Monitor event flow and proactively adjust staffing or service as needed.* Ensure all banquet spaces are properly prepared, clean, organized, and presentation-ready.### Guest Experience* Serve as the primary on-site leader for banquet guests, meeting planners, wedding clients, and event hosts during assigned events.* Resolve guest concerns professionally and promptly while maintaining a positive guest experience.* Maintain visible floor presence throughout events to ensure attentive, personalized service.* Ensure food and beverage presentation meets South Seas Resort quality standards.### Team Leadership* Supervise and motivate banquet servers, bartenders, banquet housepersons, and support staff during assigned shifts.* Coach team members on service standards, professionalism, and guest engagement.* Assist with training new banquet associates on service procedures and event standards.* Promote teamwork, communication, and accountability throughout each event.### Operational Excellence* Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, responsible alcohol service, and workplace safety standards.* Verify proper room setups, table configurations, linens, décor placement, audiovisual readiness, and event timelines.* Coordinate closely with Culinary to ensure timely food delivery and service execution.* Monitor inventory of banquet supplies and communicate operational needs to leadership.* Assist with post-event inspections and ensure banquet spaces are reset and prepared for future functions.**What are we looking for?**## **Qualifications*** Minimum of **2 years** of banquet leadership, banquet captain, restaurant leadership, or hospitality supervisory experience preferred.* Resort, hotel, country club, convention center, or luxury hospitality experience preferred.* Strong knowledge of banquet service styles, food and beverage operations, and event execution.* Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.* Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.* Professional appearance and guest-focused demeanor.* Ability to remain calm and adaptable in changing event environments.## ## **Physical Requirements*** Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout shifts.* Frequently lift and carry up to 40 pounds.* Ability to bend, stoop, push, pull, and move banquet equipment and supplies.* Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.* Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and varied hours based on resort event schedules.*Our company (“Company”) fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. It is our policy to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.**In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable federal, state and/or local laws, it is our policy to provide reasonable accommodation upon request during the application process to applicants in order that they may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment.**As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we intend to comply fully with applicable federal, state and/or local employment laws and the information requested on this application will only be used for purposes consistent with those laws. To the extent required by applicable law, The Company maintains a drug- free workplace.***Compensation:**$15.00-$15.00Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.