Senior Catering Captain | Lead Events & Logistics

Bars & Recreation

Wisconsin

On-site

USD 18,000 - 20,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance for all
Life Insurance
401k plan
Paid Time Off
Employee Rewards Program
Social events
Annual charitable donation of employee
Flexible scheduling
Free/Discounted Play
Company-wide communication platform

Job summary

Bars & Recreation in Milwaukee seeks a Senior Catering & Event Captain to lead onsite and offsite catering programs, manage event staff, and coordinate logistics across locations. You’ll serve as primary onsite contact for clients, vendors, and venues, while delivering hospitality that elevates every event from setup to teardown.

Ideal candidates bring at least three years in hospitality or banquet operations, strong leadership, and hands-on experience with transportation, equipment, and

Qualifications

  • Minimum three years of hospitality or banquet/event operations experience.
  • Proven leadership in coordinating event staff and timelines.
  • Ability to manage client relations and on-site logistics.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as Banquet Captain for onsite and offsite catered events.
  • Lead setup, service, room flips, and breakdown; supervise staff.
  • Coordinate event timelines with Sales, Culinary and Operations teams.
  • Transport food, beverages, and equipment between facilities and events.
  • Ensure food and beverage presentation meets quality standards.
  • Maintain guest satisfaction and resolve service issues.
  • Mentor Crew Members and Leads in event execution.

Skills

Hospitality experience
Banquet leadership
Event operations
Team supervision
Customer service
Coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

POS system

Job description

Bars & Recreation in Milwaukee seeks a Senior Catering & Event Captain to lead onsite and offsite catering programs, manage event staff, and coordinate logistics across locations. You’ll serve as primary onsite contact for clients, vendors, and venues, while delivering hospitality that elevates every event from setup to teardown.

Ideal candidates bring at least three years in hospitality or banquet operations, strong leadership, and hands-on experience with transportation, equipment, and

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