Banquet Captain - Senior

Corporate Office•Charlottesville, VA

About The Position

Looking for a great opportunity that offers career growth in our beautiful newly renovated ballroom and meeting space? Come join the Omni Charlottesville Hotel F&B team and enjoy a fun, exciting work environment while working with a team of professionals. The successful candidate will have the ability to embrace the Omni culture to provide memorable experiences for our guests and grow our family of leaders. We offer flexible scheduling and many great benefits for full-time associates including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) benefits, skill and career development programs, room rate discounts, free parking in our Omni Charlottesville garage and much more!

Requirements

Previous banquet leadership experience required, 3-4 years of experience in a four-star/four-diamond hotel or resort is strongly preferred.
Must have the ability to be alcohol TIPS certified and ServSafe food handler training certification.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays and evenings.
Must have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Ability to multitask and portray a friendly demeanor in a fast-paced environment.
Must consistently demonstrate a teamwork-oriented and positive attitude.
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and stand and walk for long periods of time, including the duration of a full shift.
Must be able to walk, push, pull, stoop, bend and lift items of moderate weight.

Nice To Haves

3-4 years of experience in a four-star/four-diamond hotel or resort is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for controlling all aspects in the execution of banquet function.
Effectively supervise the Banquet staff during all food and beverage service.
Coordinating every aspect of the Banquet staff during all food and beverage service.
Assist the Banquet Manager in the complete operation of the Banquet Department.
Responsible for adhering to hotel policies and procedures.
Responsible for adhering to all liquor liability laws.
Must assist/conduct all designated staff/pre-function meetings.
Complete other duties as assigned by management.
Must follow all details as described on Banquet Event Orders (BEO’s).
Must be able to set tables to specifications, carry trays, and have excellent customer service experience.
Complete banquet consumption sheets as designated by the Director of Banquets.
Attend department meetings and other company required trainings.
Complete other duties as assigned by management.