Banquet Captain

Banquet Captain

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships.

At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.

Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Cond Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property:

Deloitte University Hotel & Conference Center - Benchmark Hospitality

High-end private hotel and conference center called Deloitte University. Closed to the public.

1,400 hotel rooms - all single occupancy, no suites.

Nine restaurants and lounges including a Starbucks and Seattle's Best Coffee, and three sit down restaurants.

200,000 square feet of meeting space - Ballrooms, Amphitheater and classrooms.

Fitness Center, jogging trails and sports fields (all available to our associates to use!)

All professional clientele. No weddings, holiday parties, school groups, or other social-type events.

Located in Westlake, Texas - near Keller, Southlake, and Roanoke.

For more information about our property, check our website: BenchmarkHotelDFW.com

Property is managed by Benchmark Hospitality at Deloitte University.

Benefits & Perks

Awesome Employee Focused Culture with many Associate Events!

Closed many weekends and most holidays - 10 days of holiday pay.

Up to 14 Vacation & Sick days per year.

Weekly pay!

Leadership and Career development programs. Many opportunities to grow and transfer to new positions.

Free Lunch in our newly remodeled Associate Cafeteria.

Eligible for Medical Insurance and other awesome benefits within 30 days of employment.

Employer matching 401k.

Tuition Reimbursement.

Free parking on-site.

Free uniforms and we will clean them!

Benchmark Hospitality hotel discounts.

What you will have an opportunity to do:

Basic Function: The Banquet Captain will supervise staff, coordinate banquet events assigned and implement Property and banquet policies and procedures.

Status: Full Time

Availability: Evening Shift and some weekends

Pay: $22.00 per hour, flat rate (no tips)

Location: Benchmark Hospitality at Deloitte University Hotel & Conference Center

Essential Functions:

• Review all BEO (banquet event orders) prior to the event to ensure we are prepared with staffing, supplies, dishware and drinks.
• Oversee banquet events to include pre-work of cleaning, polishing, organizing, and setting up drink stations.
• Ensure banquet event room is set up to the standards of the BEO (banquet event order).
• Conduct staff pre-event meetings to communicate the plan and service standards for the event.
• Monitor each event to ensure service is flawless. Assist Servers and Bartenders as needed.
• Be aware of the client's needs during the event. Be available for the client for changes that may occur during the event.
• Oversee the breakdown of the event to ensure it closes on time and all supplies is put in appropriate areas including food, beverages, linen, supplies, dishware and more.
• Provide feedback to the staff for positive and not-so-positive actions that occurred during the event.
• Train staff on the standards and tasks that Servers and Bartenders are responsible for. Monitor Peer Trainer activities and spot check the new associates training.
• Recap events with BEO distribution to Meeting Planners or Clients, and complete end of shift Captains report.

Job Category: DUCareersInFandB

What are we looking for?

Qualifications:

• Experience in the hospitality industry required. F&B Banquet experience desirable.
• Experience as a departmental trainer or supervisor preferred.
• Strong computer skills. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook. Microsoft Teams and OneNote experience desirable.
• Knowledge of F&B Point of Sale system preferred.
• Basic Food Safety Certification and Texas Alcohol Beverage Commission Certification required within 30 days of starting and must be re-certified as needed.

Compensation: $22.00

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.