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Banquet Captain - Riverboat Louis Armstrong

New Orleans Paddlewheels

Banquet Captain - Riverboat Louis Armstrong

New Orleans, LA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Hospitality Enterprises, Inc. is a DRUG FREE employer/EOE.

    Position Summary:

    The Banquet Captain reports to F&B Management (F&B Manager, or Weddings & Events Manager). Ensures that elements of a venue are ready before guests arrive, including the dining tables, centerpieces, table settings, bar packages, food presentation and buffets. The Banquet Captain interacts with the host to respond to any special requests or last-minute adjustments monitoring the activities of workers and guests. They are the point of contact for any questions, complaints or comments that may arise. The Banquet Captain supervises the cleanup after the event checking inventory and storage of supplies and equipment.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

    Works with F&B Management to schedule banquet service personnel

    Works with F&B Manager and kitchen staff to get details of menu, food prep and service standards before each event.

    Ensures elements of venue are ready before guests arrive, including dining tables, centerpieces, table settings, bar packages, food presentation and buffets.

    Assign specific tasks and duties to staff

    Ensures safety and sanitation codes are followed by examining the cleanliness of the venue and bathrooms before each event.

    Train staff to recognize improper guest behavior

    Interacts with host for any special requests or last minute adjustments.

    After event, review charges incurred and collect payment onsite or in coordination with Sales Manager/Wedding/Event Manager.

    Supervise cleanup, take inventory of and store supplies and equipment

    Minimum Qualifications:

    High School education/GED minimum required

    MUST be able to take pre-placement and random drug tests

    Must be able to pass background check

    Excellent customer service and people skills required

    Previous Banquet Lead position

    High energy and stamina required

    Ability to stay calm and work efficiently under pressure

    Ability to prioritize job duties and manage time effectively

    Strong verbal communication skills required

    Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required.

    Ability to read menus, safety documents, plan-o-grams

    Physical Demands and work environment:

    Must be able to work in venue on water

    Will require stooping, bending, climbing

    lifting up to 75 pounds

    Periods of long periods of standing

    Hospitality Enterprises, Inc. is a DRUG FREE employer/EOE.