Banquet Captain - (Full-Time) - World Equestrian Center Ocala

Job Description

Job Description

World Equestrian Center (WEC) – Ocala is a premier, luxury multi-venue destination offering world-class equestrian competition, upscale lodging and dining, and exceptional meeting and event spaces. In 2026, we expanded our portfolio with the opening of The Equestrian Manor at World Equestrian Center – Ocala, a signature meeting and event experience designed for high-touch corporate retreats, incentive programs, executive offsites, VIP gatherings, and more.

The World Equestrian Center - Ocala is looking for a Banquet Captain to join our team. The Banquet Captain assists in the oversight of set up and service for banquet and meeting events at World Equestrian Center.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Works alongside Manager/Assistant Manager with inventories and scheduling
• Supervises onsite personnel during set-up/teardown and operation of function
• Meets directly with on-site contact to discuss timeline of days event
• Completes bill and makes every effort to review changes with client
• Makes drops of cash from cash bars and concessions

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying this position. Associates will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

Physical Requirements:

These physical demands represent the physical requirements necessary for an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of this position.

• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry a weight of 25lbs
• Must be able to work walking and or standing continuously for a period of 8 hours
• Associate may have to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop,
• kneel, crouch or crawl
• Associate is often required to sit and use his or her hands and fingers to handle or feel
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision
• Associate must talk and hear

Qualifications, Education, Experience, Skills and Abilities

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of (1) years experience in banquet supervision or related position
• Excellent communication skills
• Understanding of basic math
• Cash handling skills
• Excellent guest service skills
• Must have open availability with days, nights and weekends

The World Equestrian Center is managed by Columbus Hospitality Management , a company committed to providing quality service and memorable guest experiences in a positive and welcoming work environment. We are focused on supporting the needs of our team through our commitment to the family/work life balance and by providing development opportunities.

We are proud to be a Drug Free Workplace/EOE. All applicants will be required to submit to a background check prior to employment.