The Waymark Hotel - Banquet Captain

Concord Hospitality Enterprises; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical/Dental/Vision plans insurance

Life insurance with Short Term andLong

401k with Company Match

Tuition assistance

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Job summary

Concord Hospitality Enterprises is hiring a Banquet Captain to lead banquet staff, coordinate food and beverage service, and ensure guest satisfaction across events.

You will work closely with the F&B Manager, supervise staff, review BEOs, and drive seamless execution from meetings to receptions. The role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Previous Banquet or Food & Beverage leadership experience preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and team leadership skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced event environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to guest satisfaction.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods and lift moderate weights as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of departmental policies and standards.
• Review BEOs to understand event expectations.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings with banquet staff.
• Greet event hosts and guests.
• Assist with food and beverage delivery during peak service.
• Train staff on service techniques for plated meals, buffets, and receptions.
• Anticipate guest needs and monitor satisfaction.
• Respond to guest requests and concerns.
• Supervise setup, execution, and breakdown of events.
• Submit end of event reports.
• Maintain clean, safe service areas.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team leadership

Multitasking

Guest satisfaction

Job description

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We are hiring Banquet Captain
As a Banquet Captain, you will play a critical leadership role in ensuring seamless and memorable event experiences. Working closely with the F&B Manager, you will supervise banquet staff, coordinate food and beverage service, and ensure exceptional guest satisfaction across all events—from meetings and trainings to receptions and reunions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies, service procedures, and Brand standards.
• Review and understand Banquet Event Orders BEOs) to have knowledge of expectations of events.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings with banquet staff, go over menu and service requirements to ensure that the event is a success.
• Greet event hosts and guests.
• Assist with food and beverage delivery when needed, especially during peak service periods.
• Train banquet staff on proper service techniques for plated meals, buffets, and reception-style events.
• Anticipate guest needs and monitor satisfaction with food, beverages, and service.
• Respond promptly and courteously to guest requests and concerns.
• Supervise the setup, execution, and breakdown of all banquet events.
• Submit end of event reports.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe service areas at all times.

Qualifications

• Previous Banquet or Food & Beverage leadership experience preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and team leadership skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced event environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to guest satisfaction.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods and lift moderate weights as needed.

Benefits (Full Time Associates Only)

Full-time associates are eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefit package, which includes

• Competitive wages
• Medical/Dental/Vision plans insurance
• Life insurance with Short Term and Long-Term disability options
• 401k with Company Match
• Tuition assistance
• Discounted room rates at Concord managed hotels
• Training & development and career advancement opportunities.

Why Concord?

Our culture is based on our five Cornerstones, and they are what we consider our foundation: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and Fun. It’s important to us to provide a great work environment for our associates, and we strive to hire the BEST associates in the market.

Our “Associate First” culture supports and inspires personal development both within the workplace and beyond. Concord’s associates are what our company is built on, and we strive to recognize them for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence.

We value work life balance, diversity, and our commitment to provide the best customer service and quality accommodations in every market we exist

If you are seeking a position where you can grow and be a part of a fun team, this job may be your answer. We are proud to be an EEO employer for M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.