Wedding Event Closing Captain

10 South LLC; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

10 South LLC is seeking a Closing Captain to represent the venue and take fantastic care of couples and guests during the late hours of an event. You’ll work directly with the couple and guests, providing outstanding customer service and assisting with tasks such as cake cutting, maintaining dance floor order, and coordinating late-night snacks and experiences. Schedule: Friday–Sunday, 6:30pm–1:00am (possible till 2:30am).

Location: 10 South. Compensation: $200 per event.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality and customer service
• Ability to lead and manage others
• Comfortable working evenings and weekends

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-shift meeting with Event Manager and review event timeline
• Greet the Security Manager and provide a brief overview of the event
• Coordinate execution of toasts with DJ
• Coordinate dessert service with couple, caterer, and DJ
• Execute transition from dinner to dance floor with Security Manager
• Coordinate any late-night food service as needed
• Coordinate any late-night experiences as needed (outdoor games, firepit, etc.)
• Coordinate with couple and staff to resolve any issues that arise
• Send Event Summary to Event Manager and any applicable 10 South team members
• Complete Cleaning Checklist and leave accessible to cleaning crew and event staff
• Ensure building is locked securely upon exit from event

Skills

Hospitality

Customer service

Event coordination

Leadership

Job description

About this position

Description:

Title: Closing Captain, 10 South

Role Description: Represent the venue and take fantastic care of our couples and guests in the later hours of an event. Work directly with the couple and guests, providing outstanding customer service and assisting with tasks such as the cake cutting, maintaining dance floor orderliness, assist with late night snacks and experiences, and generally take care of any and all needs of our couples and their guests.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Complete pre-shift meeting with Event Manager and review event timeline
• Greet the Security Manager and provide a brief overview of the event
• Ensure that restrooms are fully stocked throughout the evening
• Coordinate execution of toasts with DJ
• Coordinate dessert service with couple, caterer, and DJ
• Execute transition from dinner to dance floor with Security Manager
• Coordinate any late-night food service as needed
• Coordinate any late-night experiences as needed (outdoor games, firepit, etc.)
• Coordinate with couple and staff to resolve any issues that arise
• Compete Closing Checklist with Security Manager and Event Staff Member
• Cover and secure outdoor equipment
• Remove lights and hanging items as needed
• Initial pack-up of decor items as needed
• Send Event Summary to Event Manager and any applicable 10 South team members
• Complete Cleaning Checklist and leave accessible to cleaning crew and event staff
• Ensure building is locked securely upon exit from event

Why should you choose 10 South?

• Charming, Historic Setting: Work in a one-of-a-kind venue that’s full of character, style, and beautiful backdrops all around.
• Supportive, Driven Team: Be part of a positive, dedicated team that takes pride in creating unforgettable wedding experiences.
• Exciting, Dynamic Industry: Experience the energy and emotion of weddings firsthand. No two events are ever the same!
• Skill-Building Experience: Build valuable skills in hospitality, event execution, and client relations in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.
• Room to Rise: 10 South is part of a growing family of wedding businesses, which means real opportunities for you to grow right along with us.

The Details:

• Job Type: Part-time
• Schedule: Friday–Sunday | 6:30pm-1:00am (and as late as 2:30am in rare cases)
• Work Location: 10 South
• Compensation: $200/event

Requirements:

Who do you have to be?

• Someone with a full-time or other part-time job that supports them while offering flexibility to work a weekend job
• Experienced in hospitality and customer service, motivated by a desire to bring others joy through care and service
• Lives within 30 minutes of the venue
• Likes to be on their feet at work and get a workout while at work
• Comfortable leading and managing others
• Professionally assertive and confident making decisions on the spot
• Someone who thrives off of the energy of events and is energized by interactions with others

Mission Statement

Making Other People Shine

Core Values

• CARE: We care first for each other, then customers
• SERVICE: We wow our customers with service and hospitality
• PROCESS: We follow repeatable systems to ensure consistently excellent experiences for our customers and co-workers
• IMPROVEMENT: We constantly improve and raise the bar on our service experience, our facility, our brand, ourselves

Salary Information

$25 - $28Hourly Wage