Event Captain: Lead & Deliver Flawless Hosted Events

O+O Hospitality Group; Webster Groves (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible Scheduling

Career Growth

Team-Oriented Culture

Exclusive Discounts

Job summary

O+O Hospitality Group is seeking an Event Captain for a part-time role with potential for full-time hours. You will oversee day-of execution for catered events, lead event staff, coordinate with sales and culinary teams, and act as the primary client contact on event days.

The ideal candidate brings proven staff-management experience, strong leadership, excellent communication, and a keen eye for detail in fast-paced environments. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in staff management within hospitality, catering, or events.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities in fast-paced event settings.
• Excellent communication and guest-service orientation.
• Experience with venue-based or off-premises catering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-of execution for full-service catered events, ensuring smooth operation and guest satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the Event Sales and Culinary teams to prepare for events, following menus, set-up lists, BEOs, contracts, and room diagrams.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, vendors, and venue staff on event days.
• Lead pre-shift meetings with event staff to ensure clear communication of event details and service expectations.
• Supervise service staff, including servers, bartenders, and support staff, ensuring professionalism and adherence to hospitality standards.
• Manage the timing of services, speeches, meals, and entertainment to maintain a seamless event flow.
• Proactively handle last-minute adjustments, troubleshoot issues, and ensure client satisfaction.
• Conduct post-event wrap-ups, including staff debriefs, service reports, and sidework assignments.
• Ensure venue cleanliness, organization, and proper closure of events.
• Maintain adherence to safety, sanitation, and security protocols.

Skills

Staff Management

Leadership

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

Event logistics

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Toast POS

Tripleseat

Canva

Job description

O+O Hospitality Group is seeking an Event Captain for a part-time role with potential for full-time hours. You will oversee day-of execution for catered events, lead event staff, coordinate with sales and culinary teams, and act as the primary client contact on event days.

The ideal candidate brings proven staff-management experience, strong leadership, excellent communication, and a keen eye for detail in fast-paced environments. Evening and weekend availability is required.