Join us at Ashland Hills Hotel as a Banquet Captain!

Radisson Hotels; Ashland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Banquet Captain to lead their Food & Beverage team. This pivotal role involves overseeing all aspects of banquet service, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and collaborating closely with kitchen staff and event planners. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership and problem-solving skills, with a passion for creating memorable events. Join a team dedicated to excellence and enjoy competitive benefits, including medical plans, retirement options, and local discounts. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to hospitality, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive medical plans

Dental and vision plans

401k retirement plan with company match

Company paid life insurance

Local discounts at properties

Paid Time Off

EAP benefits from day one

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within the food and beverage industry.
• Experience in event planning or coordination is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise banquet staff during events to ensure exceptional service.
• Coordinate with kitchen and planning teams for timely service delivery.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and address any issues promptly.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Role: Full-Time Banquet Captain Ashland Hills Hotel is seeking an experienced and dynamic Banquet Captain to join our Food & Beverage team. The Banquet Captain will be essential in ensuring the smooth execution of events, overseeing all aspects of banquet service from setup to breakdown. This key role involves working closely with the kitchen team, servers, and event planners to ensure exceptional guest experiences while adhering to client specifications. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are vital for managing the banquet team and addressing any challenges that may arise during events. By creating memorable guest experiences, the Banquet Captain will contribute to the overall success of our venue.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a supervisory role within the food and beverage industry.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in event planning or coordination.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise banquet staff during events to ensure exceptional service standards are met.
• Coordinate with kitchen and event planning teams for timely and accurate service delivery.
• Oversee setup and breakdown of banquet rooms according to event specifications.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and address any issues promptly and professionally.
• Train and mentor new staff members, ensuring alignment with service standards and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Food Handlers and O.L.C.C. permits.

Required Skills:

• Strong leadership and communication abilities to effectively manage the banquet team.
• Attention to detail to ensure all event specifications are executed flawlessly.
• Quick problem-solving skills to address any challenges during events.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of event planning for seamless coordination with clients and vendors.

At Ashland Hills Hotel, we are dedicated to creating extraordinary experiences for our guests. If you are a proactive leader with a passion for hospitality and events, we’d love to have you on our team. Submit your resume!

Why work for us?

• Competitive Company Benefits for Full Time Employees – 4 Medical plans to choose from through Kaiser Permanente and Aetna, a Dental plan through SunLife Financial, and a Vision plan through SunLife Financial using the VSP network.
• A Retirement plan through the company sponsored 401k plan which includes a company match
• Company paid Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage for Full Time Employees
• Local Discounts at our other properties - We work with properties all over the Portland Metro area, as a member of our team you have the opportunity to receive special discounts some of our properties (discounts on parking, meals, staycations and fitness/racquet facilities)
• Paid Time Off (Paid sick time for all employees, PTO for Full Time Employees)
• Great EAP Benefits, day one! - As a member of our team you will have access to an array of benefits and resources starting on your first day, including 3 Free Counseling Sessions, Access to Gym Memberships & On Demand Fitness Class Discounts Free Confidential Legal Advice and so much more!
  

**We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.