Banquet Captain

Laredo, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $12.50 - $17.50

Work Schedule

On-call

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Performance bonus

Paid vacation

Sick Time

Family time off

uniforms

Job Description

Laredo Country Club is the premier member-owned private country club located in South Texas, known for providing exceptional sport, dining, social, and recreational experiences to its members. With a family-oriented social setting, the club features several prestigious dining outlets such as the Magnolia Grille offering fine dining, Main Bar with upscale modern cuisine, 19th Hole for casual dining, Pool & Cabana with al fresco dining, and Curbside services for convenience. The club boasts extensive banquet spaces including a grand 7,000 square foot ballroom accommodating up to 450 guests, a 1,000 square foot Plantation Room, the 1,050 square foot Rosewood, a... Show More

Job Requirements

One to three years of supervision experience preferably in a large-scale catering environment
One to three years of experience of audio/visual production and set up
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Serve Safe Certification
Texas Food Handlers Card
Texas State Alcohol Card and Training
Ability to work any day shift
evenings, weekends, and certain holidays
Ability to work on-call as needed
Able to work ten-hour plus shifts
Ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time
Able to grasp, lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds as needed
Maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance at all times
Must possess hearing, visual and sensory abilities to observe and detect emergency situations

Job Qualifications

One to three years of supervision experience preferably in a large-scale catering environment
One to three years of experience of audio/visual production and set up
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred
Serve Safe Certification, Texas Food Handlers Card, and Texas State Alcohol Card and Training required
First Aid Training and CPR Certification preferred
Proficiency in MS Office
Word, Excel and Outlook
Knowledge of industry systems and software
Jonas preferred
Ability to work any day shift
evenings, weekends, and certain holidays
Ability to work on-call as needed
Able to work ten-hour plus shifts, plus the ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time
Able to grasp, lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds as needed
Maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance at all times
Must possess hearing, visual and sensory abilities to observe and detect emergency situations
to distinguish product, taste, texture, temperature and presentation and preparation
At times will be asked to work long periods outdoors during major club tournaments
Time management
Give clear and effective direction
Verbal acuity and basic math aptitude
Organized
Customer service oriented
Attention to detail
Adhering to our Core Values including loyalty, collaboration, energy, professionalism and family

Job Duties

Be available to clients at all times prior to, during or after an event, out on the floor and easily visible able to alleviate questions/concerns and provide excellent client service
Participate as needed in meetings with the Director of Catering, Assistant Catering Director, Banquet Manager, Banquet Chef and/or Executive Chef to review menu requests and/or banquet event orders
Understand and be able to communicate catering menu details and pricing
Lead a team in providing exceptional member services in preparation, during and following events
Visually inspect function rooms and equipment prior to functions for cleanliness and accurate setup
Review, maintain and stay up-to-date with upcoming events, communicating regularly with the Catering Sales Team, Banquet Event Order, and kitchen details with Catering team to ensure they have all necessary information to guarantee a successful event and ensure billing is complete and processed in a timely manner
Order alcoholic beverages (requisitions) as well as other beverages for events
Oversee clearing and cleaning of all venues
returning, cleaning and restocking of equipment
Graciously and quickly manage any employee or client issues
report issues to the Banquet Manager
Engage and/or take a lead in regular, consistent meetings with employees, from one-to-one check-ins to pre-shift, team and department meetings
Ensure cleanliness of the event by maintaining to specified standards, passing Health Department audits and training staff on proper sanitation and safety guidelines
Step in for staff as needed in urgent circumstances
Attend staff and management meetings as needed
Other duties as assigned by supervisor or other management

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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