Event Captain

Job Summary: The Event Captain will directly supervise and coordinate the activities of workers preparing and serving food. Supervisory Responsibilities: Responsible for staffing banquet functions. Train workers in food preparation, service, sanitation, and safety procedures. Supervise and participate in kitchen and dining area cleaning activities. Duties & Responsibilities: Responsible for guest service provided by the servers in banquet functions. Responsible for banquet liquor inventory and issuance to bartenders. Responsible for presenting banquet checks to guests and receiving payment for the banquet function. Responsible for cash used on cash banquet bars. Perform all assigned side work, including replenishing condiments and restocking banquet shelves with supplies. Perform general cleaning tasks using standard hotel cleaning products, as assigned to adhere to health standards. Abide by all State, Federal, and corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests. Performs support functions for Banquet Housemen as requested; responsible for setup, service, and clean-up of banquet functions. Orders supplies and linens for functions from Purchasing and Housekeeping departments. Separates, posts, and distributes event order sheets after they are completed. Assist servers and captains with the execution of events according to the event order and Richfield's quality standards. Greet and seat guests, and present menus and wine lists. Compile and balance cash receipts at the day's or shift's end. Perform various financial activities, such as cash handling, deposit preparation, and payroll. Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Skills & Abilities: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to remember, recite and promote the variety of menu items. Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent is required. At least 2 years of experience as a banquet captain or food & Beverage supervisor is required. Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times. Prolonged periods of walking, standing, and sitting. An Equal Opportunity Employer We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Hotel at Auburn University