On-Site Catering Captain — Lead Memorable Events

Multnomah Athletic Club; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 30,307 - 46,838; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Facility access

Free parking

Transit passes

401(k) match

Employee assistance

Meal discounts

Job summary

Multnomah Athletic Club in Portland, OR is seeking a part-time Catering Banquet Captain to oversee flawless event service and lead our banquet staff on site.

You will partner with the Catering Manager to coach the team, ensure guest satisfaction, and maintain high standards from setup through breakdown. The role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holiday events.

Qualifications

• Catering experience: 2–5 years with understanding of food and beverage service.
• Supervisory experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to use kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Implement Flawless Event Execution: ensure setup, service and breakdown are perfect.
• Lead with Poise: supervise staff, enforce policies fairly.
• Provide Exceptional Customer Service: greet clients and resolve issues to ensure satisfaction.
• Oversee Quality Control: inspect areas, settings, equipment, and coordinate with sales.

Skills

Catering experience

Supervisory experience

MS Office

Kitchen equipment

Communication skills

Schedule flexibility

Tools

Kitchen equipment handling

Job description

Multnomah Athletic Club, 1849 SW Salmon Street, Portland, Oregon, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Multnomah Athletic Club is more than Portland’s most legendary hub of sports and socializing. It’s like a small city unto itself. Where else can you find four restaurants, three pools, a climbing gym, state-of-the-art studios and fitness suite, a complex of racquet sport courts, massage offerings, a boutique, plus a grand ballroom and variety of events spaces all in one place? To say that every employee of MAC has room to move is an understatement almost as big as MAC’s 600,000 square feet of recreational possibilities.

Want a career with a future? A campus worth exploring? A one-of-a-kind community on which you can have a direct impact? MAC is all of those things and more.

The Role

Are you an experienced catering professional with a passion for creating unforgettable events? Do you thrive in dynamic, high-energy environments where you can take initiative and lead a team to success? If so, we want you to join our team at the MAC as a Catering Banquet Captain!

This Catering Captain will ensure the flawless execution of events, providing top-notch service in a courteous, timely, and efficient manner. IN this role, you will lead our service staff, uphold our high standards, and work closely with the Catering Manager to coach and mentor the team. Your role is pivotal in creating memorable experiences and fostering repeat business.

This is a part-time, fully on-site role at our club in Portland, OR.

What You’ll Do

• Implement Flawless Event Execution: Ensure exceptional execution of all catering functions, from setup to service and breakdown.
• Lead with Poise: Supervise and coordinate service staff, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance. Consistently enforce club policies and procedures fairly and effectively.
• Provide Exceptional Customer Service: Greet and communicate with clients throughout events to meet or exceed their expectations. Anticipate and resolve issues quickly and efficiently to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Oversee Quality Control: Inspect event areas, table settings, and equipment for cleanliness and proper setup. Maintain regular communication with the sales team and provide detailed reports on events.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• Catering Experience: 2-5 years in catering, with a solid understanding of food and beverage service. Previous supervisory experience is a plus.
• Communication & Technical Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and the ability to use kitchen equipment.
• A Stellar Mindset: Positive, calm, and professional demeanor with the ability to stay composed under pressure.
• Schedule Flexibility: Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, including Easter, Mother’s Day, Thanksgiving, and our Annual Meeting.
  
  

What You’ll Gain

At Multnomah Athletic Club, we believe in taking care of our team members. We offer a wide range of benefits to ensure your well-being, both inside and outside the club. Here's what's in it for you:

• Full-time employees: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Facility access: Free access to our exercise room and classes, climbing gym, and pools.
• Convenience: Free parking and discounted public transportation passes.
• Retirement: Participate in our 401(k) program with an employer match.
• Well-being: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free.
• Perks: Enjoy discounts on club services and meals.
  
  

If you’re ready to take your catering career to the next level, we want to hear from you! Apply today to be a part of something extraordinary. #LI-Onsite

The Multnomah Athletic Club is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

Multnomah Athletic Club, 1849 SW Salmon Street, Portland, Oregon, United States of America