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, Condé 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 Right around the corner from Broadway’s neon marquees, booming live music scene and iconic hotspots, Cambria Hotel Nashville Downtown embodies the real soul of rock and roll. Blending boutique comfort with full‑service amenities, top‑notch hospitality, distinctly southern vibe and a little hint of edge, this is a Music City original for the modern traveler. At the Cambria Hotel Nashville we consistently rise above the competition. On day one, you will begin with a robust wage package, excellent benefit plans, a matching 401K plan, professional development, generous bonuses, travel perks and the opportunity to grow across a portfolio of 100 hotels representing all major brands. We are an Employer of Choice—we understand that the care of our team members is as important as the service we provide to our guests and the communities around us. If you have a genuine passion for hospitality, come and join our team. You will have an important role in the delivery of outstanding service and memorable experiences for each guest. You will have fun, learn and be part of a successful journey at a growing company. Find out today what a career at Cambria Hotel Nashville with Pyramid Global Hospitality can mean for you! Cambria Hotel Nashville Downtown boasts 255 guest rooms and 4,055 sq. ft. of event space. What You Will Have An Opportunity To Do We are looking for a highly motivated Banquet Captain to join our team! This individual will help to direct the set up and preparation of banquet rooms for banquet functions, serve and bus tables as well as clear and tear down banquet rooms at the end of the function. Assisting the Banquet Manager this individual will lead the performance of all hourly banquet food and beverage servers and houseman and is the personal representative of the property to banquet guests. They will coordinate all aspects of the room set‑up and food and beverage service enhance guest satisfaction and maximize revenues. Your Role Set up for functions to include draping tables, setting silverware, folding napkins, preparing drinks and putting out table centerpieces. Service to include picking up food from back hall, carrying trays to function location, serve food and clear the food from the tables. Break down to include bussing tables, putting away dirty linen and centerpieces, vacuuming. Responsibilities also include cleaning of back hall and organizing of storerooms. Set up for AM or PM break stations that include coffee, tea, snacks, beverages, etc. Assists as needed with event room setup according to meal period and table needs. Performs food & beverage preparation duties such as preparing condiments, brewing coffee, and ensuring workstations are stocked. Serves food and beverages to guests, removes dishes, glasses, silverware, or other items from tables/counter tops and takes them to the kitchen. Cleans and sanitizes tables and/or counters & seats after guests are finished. Explains how various menu items are prepared, cooking methods and ingredients. Takes into consideration any special request and dietary issues made by the guest. Provides general property information, offers warm and sincere welcome/farewell for all guests. Interacts with staff in a professional manner, assisting other departments with necessary information. Ensures final quality check on food and beverage items prior to serving guests. Monitors assigned tables for customer satisfaction, quality, and additional service. Addresses any guest issue promptly and with high concern. Aids other events and restaurant staff as needed. Maintains constant awareness of safety issues, such as broken glass, frayed electrical cords, leaks, broken locks and suspicious persons. What are we looking for? Someone with 2-4 years of food service experience, preferably Banquet service. Someone with experience in a 4‑star, 5‑star venue with synchronized service. Someone with knowledge of wine, beer, cocktails, and spirits. Someone who is able to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment. Someone with a passion for creating an exceptional experience for all guests. Someone with excellent communication skills. Compensation $16 per hour. Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations. #J-18808-Ljbffr