Part-Time Weekend Banquet Captain — Event Lead

University of Notre Dame; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame is seeking a part-time Banquet Captain within the campus Hospitality department to deliver top-tier service for events and campus partners. This role supports banquet operations, liaising with event specialists, and ensuring flawless setup and execution of food and beverage service.

Ideal candidates will be available Friday through Sunday, possess strong communication skills, and maintain safety and service standards throughout events.

Qualifications

• Must be available to work Friday, Saturday, and Sundays.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods (up to 6 hours).
• Follow food safety procedures for handling, storing, and serving food products.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the smooth execution of food and beverage service throughout the event.
• Spend time in the office reviewing upcoming assigned events and BEOs.
• Touch base with the event specialist that planned the event to seek clarification and ask questions.
• Ensure space is clean, and ready prior to vendor arrival and setup is executed flawlessly.
• Be in constant communication with client to ensure customer expectations are met and exceeded by providing the highest customer service possible.
• Manage problems, navigate last-minute changes, and address issues that may arise.

Skills

People management

Time management

Communication

Customer service

Walking/standing for long periods

Job description

The University of Notre Dame is seeking a part-time Banquet Captain within the campus Hospitality department to deliver top-tier service for events and campus partners. This role supports banquet operations, liaising with event specialists, and ensuring flawless setup and execution of food and beverage service.

Ideal candidates will be available Friday through Sunday, possess strong communication skills, and maintain safety and service standards throughout events.