Banquet Captain

This is a highly visible and key supervisory role responsible for assisting the Banquet Manager in the successful ownership and operational execution of Banquet and Meeting functions and duties.

What You'll Do

* To take complete ownership and accountability of an event from the planning and preparation phases, through to the successful execution and tear down of the event and on to the post-con stages.
* To keep the entire department clean & organized at all times.
* To promote and support effective departmental and hotel communication.
* To promote, and maintain effective, confidential, secure record keeping, as well as associate and guest info.
* Maintain complete knowledge of proper forecasting and scheduling as well as complete, accurate and timely payroll procedures.
* Maintain complete working knowledge of: CI and accounts receivable systems and procedures; scheduled in-house group names and information; order of service and traffic flow in an event area; correct use and maintenance of equipment; all departmental standards and service procedures; prices of specified selections of cash functions.
* Attends, participates or leads all meetings as prescribed by the Banquet Manager.
* Maintains accurate, up to date information on the Event Orders.
* Assists in the copying, posting and distributing of "Dailies."
* Delegates specific primary duties and side duties to respective staff members and follows up with coaching, praise or guidance.
* Stays abreast of current trends in order to provide the most up to date products and services.

What You'll Bring

* An understanding that excellence is the expectation
* 3 or more years of previous banquet experience, preferably in a four-diamond property
* 1 or more years of supervisory experience in a hotel setting
* Eligible to serve alcoholic beverages based on state law
* Knowledge of various food-service styles
* Excellent computer skills to maintain the administrative tasks
* Ability to satisfactorily communicate in English with Guests, Management, Staff and co-workers to their understanding

* Day 1 Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
* Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
* Paid Parental Leave
* Complimentary wellness tools
* Unlimited referral bonuses
* 401(k) with company match
* Hostcare Resources healthcare concierge
* Leadership development
* Tuition reimbursement
* Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences
* Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities

White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.