Party Pilot (Event Captain / Hospitality Team Lead)

Job Description

Job Description

Lead the Team Behind Colorado's Most Memorable Events.

Exceptional events don't happen by accidentthey happen because of exceptional leaders.

As a Party Pilot, you'll be the Front of House leader responsible for bringing every event to life. From elegant weddings and corporate galas to nonprofit fundraisers and private celebrations, you'll guide your team with confidence, solve challenges in real time, and ensure every guest experiences the award-winning hospitality Footers Catering is known for.

If you're an experienced hospitality leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves developing people as much as serving guests, we'd love to meet you.

Benefits

Hourly Base Salary + Bonus Opportunities

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible Schedule

Health Insurance

Hands on Training

Career Growth Opportunities

Gratuities

Family Meal

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

As a Party Pilot, you'll lead our Front of House teams while ensuring every event reflects the service standards that have made Footers one of Colorado's premier catering companies.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead Hospitality Heroes and Mix Masters during catered events.
• Coordinate with chefs, Event Managers, and vendors to ensure seamless execution.
• Keep events running on schedule while adapting to changing client needs.
• Communicate service expectations, appearance standards, and event goals to your team.
• Solve on-site challenges with professionalism, creativity, and a calm demeanor.
• Complete event evaluations and contribute meaningful feedback to improve future events.
• Maintain exceptional guest service from setup through final breakdown.

Develop Future Hospitality Leaders

Leadership at Footers means helping others succeed.

As a Party Pilot, you'll:

• Train and coach new Hospitality Heroes and Mix Masters.
• Lead on-site training using Footers' hospitality standards.
• Provide constructive coaching and mentorship throughout events.
• Observe performance and communicate opportunities for growth to Hospitality Leadership.
• Represent Footers' culture and professionalism in every interaction.

Your leadership directly shapes the next generation of Footers team members.

Grow Your Career at Footers

Many of our hospitality leaders have grown through the organization by embracing new challenges and investing in others.

Career progression may include:

• Bar Pilot
• Hospitality Trainer
• Junior Event Producer

If you're ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, Footers offers the opportunity to lead, mentor, and make a lasting impact.

Requirements

You'll Thrive Here If You...

• Have 2+ years of hospitality leadership experience with a hospitality-related degree, or 5+ years of professional hospitality experience.
• Have experience leading banquet, catering, restaurant, or event teams.
• Hold a current TIPS Certification and have bar experience.
• Stay calm under pressure while making thoughtful decisions.
• Love coaching and developing people.
• Communicate clearly and lead with confidence.
• Take pride in creating unforgettable guest experiences.

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Work evenings and weekends as events require.
• Love a fast-paced event environment.