Banquet Captain

Job Description

Job Description

Join us at DoubleTree by Hilton, where your leadership as a Banquet Captain will create memorable experiences that our guests cherish. You'll guide a dynamic team in orchestrating seamless events, ensuring every detail reflects our commitment to excellence. Here, your passion for hospitality isn't just welcomed; it's celebrated. We believe in nurturing your professional growth within our supportive and inclusive community.

You'll excel in this role with your background in event management and a dedication to exceptional service. Your schedule will adapt to event needs, offering the excitement and variety you thrive on. Enjoy competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and Hilton employee discounts while contributing to a culture that values diversity and inclusion. We're eager to support you in creating unforgettable moments—together, let's make every event extraordinary. Compensation:

$19 - $22 hourly

Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire a team of banquet staff to deliver exceptional service and create memorable guest experiences.
• Coordinate with event planners and clients to ensure all event details are executed flawlessly and meet expectations.
• Oversee the setup and breakdown of banquet spaces, ensuring all equipment and decor align with event specifications.
• Monitor and maintain the quality of food and beverage service, addressing any issues promptly to uphold our standards.
• Train, mentor, and develop team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Manage inventory and supplies for events, ensuring all necessary items are available and accounted for.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and other departments to ensure seamless event operations and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• Experience in leading and managing a team in a hospitality or event setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, team members, and other departments.
• Proven track record of delivering exceptional guest service and memorable experiences.
• Strong organizational skills to coordinate event details and manage inventory efficiently.
• Ability to adapt to a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, to meet event demands.
• Experience in training and mentoring staff to foster a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Proficiency in managing the setup and breakdown of event spaces, ensuring alignment with specifications.

About Company

At the DoubleTree, it's our unique CARE culture that inspires us to create and deliver exceptional experiences for our guests, Team Members, and the communities in which we live and work.

Our hotel is near I-25, five minutes from the Broadmoor World Arena, and it's under five miles from downtown Colorado Springs, Fort Carson, and the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Garden of the Gods is only a 20-minute drive away. 

Competitive Wages, Sick Leave Pay, 401(k), and Hilton Employee Discounts.

The DoubleTree Colorado Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, and/or local laws.