Event Captain

Join Our Team! At O+O Hospitality, we take pride in delivering Event Captain – O+O Hospitality Group Join Our Team! At O+O Hospitality, we take pride in delivering unparalleled hospitality experiences in our versatile private events venue and dining rooms. Our team is dedicated to providing top-tier service, seamless event execution, and memorable moments for our guests. We are currently seeking Event Captains to join our team. This is a part-time position with the potential for full-time hours , ideal for hospitality professionals with strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and a passion for event execution. If you thrive in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment and enjoy leading a team to create flawless events, we’d love to hear from you! What You’ll Do: Oversee the day-of execution for full-service catered events, ensuring smooth operation and guest satisfaction. Collaborate with the Event Sales and Culinary teams to prepare for events, following all instructions, including menus, set-up lists, BEOs, contracts, and room diagrams. Act as the primary point of contact for clients, vendors, and venue staff on event days. Lead pre-shift meetings with event staff to ensure clear communication of event details and service expectations. Supervise service staff, including servers, bartenders, and support staff, ensuring professionalism and adherence to hospitality standards. Manage the timing of services, speeches, meals, and entertainment to maintain a seamless event flow. Proactively handle last-minute adjustments, troubleshoot issues, and ensure client satisfaction. Conduct post-event wrap-ups, including staff debriefs, service reports, and sidework assignments. Ensure venue cleanliness, organization, and proper closure of events. Maintain adherence to safety, sanitation, and security protocols. What You’ll Bring: Proven experience in staff management within a hospitality, catering, or events setting. Experience with venue-based or off-premises catering is a plus. Strong understanding of event setups, catering procedures, and guest service expectations. Knowledge of food, beverage, and event logistics (including wine, beer, and spirits). Ability to lead and motivate a team while maintaining a professional and service-driven atmosphere. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing circumstances in real time. Excellent communication and organizational skills to manage multiple moving parts during an event. Technical skills: Microsoft Office, Toast POS, Tripleseat, and Canva preferred. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred. Certifications (Preferred but not required): SMART Certification Food Safety & Sanitation Certification Why You’ll Love It Here: Competitive Pay – Hourly rate starting at $25, based on experience. Flexible Scheduling – Evenings and weekends required, with potential for full-time hours. Career Growth – Opportunities for advancement in a growing hospitality group. Team-Oriented Culture – Work alongside hospitality professionals who are passionate about what they do. Exclusive Discounts – Enjoy perks at all O+O Hospitality Group locations. Work Environment: Requires prolonged standing, bending, lifting, and maneuvering throughout event venues. Must be able to work in fast-paced, high-energy settings with varying temperatures and stress levels. Heavy customer interaction and problem-solving required. Availability on nights and weekends is essential. Ready to Join Us? We are passionate about event service and hospitality and want to be part of a supportive, professional team , we’d love to meet you! View email address on click.appcast.io We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr