Event Banquet Lead — Create Exceptional Guest Experiences

Columbia Hospitality, Inc.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly Pay Range: $22 to $26 DOE

Get Paid Daily

Paid Time off & Holiday Pay

Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, 1

HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contrib

Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)

Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh

Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)

Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf,

Employee Assistance Program

Columbia Cares volunteer opportunities

Committee Participation Opportunities

Task Force Work Opportunities

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Third Party Perks (Pet Insurance, Car,

Job summary

Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is seeking a Banquet Captain at the University of Puget Sound to lead high-volume banquet events, coordinate set-ups, and ensure exceptional guest service.

You will supervise catering operations, manage event timelines, and collaborate with culinary teams to deliver flawless dining experiences in a dynamic campus setting. Competitive hourly pay, daily pay options, and robust benefits are included.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in a high volume, quality banquet service operation; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Previous food & beverage supervisory experience
• Basic computer literacy in the Point of Sale system and the sales and catering computer application
• Current State Food Handling and Liquor Serving License(s)

Responsibilities

• Maintains standards for food and beverage quality, presentation, handling, sanitation and safety
• Supervises set up of catering events, including tables, buffets, and beverage stations, according to client specifications and event standards
• Ensures accurate delivery and presentation of food items per the event order
• Performs inventory of catering supplies (athletic concessions, special events, etc.,)
• Follows all appropriate policies and procedures
• Serves food and beverage to guests and provides quality customer service
• Advises guests, clients and team members on matters relating to food and beverage offerings
• Communicates directly with the Culinary teams during service to ensure proper client and guest service is being achieved
• Coordinates the timing of each course to correspond with the dining pace of the guests
• Assists in the acquisition of special equipment needed for banquet functions
• Conducts a briefing or “line-up” with team members at the beginning of each shift in order to keep staff informed of updates, changes and/or problematic situations
• Represents as the point of contact during events, acts as a liaison between guests and team members, responds and works to resolve guest issues and concerns as necessary.

Job description

Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is seeking a Banquet Captain at the University of Puget Sound to lead high-volume banquet events, coordinate set-ups, and ensure exceptional guest service.

You will supervise catering operations, manage event timelines, and collaborate with culinary teams to deliver flawless dining experiences in a dynamic campus setting. Competitive hourly pay, daily pay options, and robust benefits are included.