Banquet Captain - Hilton McLean Tysons Corner

Hilton

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The iconic Hilton McLean Tysons Corner is looking for an experienced Banquet Captain to join the team! Located in the heart of Fairfax County's business district, our AAA Four Diamond hotel has over 28,000 sq footage of event space with 24 meeting rooms. We are looking for a dedicated, hands-on leader to oversee a banquet team of 15-20 people. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of banquet captain experience in a full service hotel of a similar size. Seeking someone with strong leadership skills and a solid understanding of banquet operations, both set up and service. What will I be doing? As a Banquet Captain, you would be responsible for overseeing the set-up and clean-up of food and beverage during banquet functions in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: What are we looking for? Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values: Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences. Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time. Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities. Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do. Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions. Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes: Quality Productivity Dependability Customer Focus Adaptability What will it be like to work for Hilton? Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

Requirements

At least 2 years of banquet captain experience in a full service hotel of a similar size
Strong leadership skills
Solid understanding of banquet operations, both set up and service

Responsibilities

Supervise food and beverage service throughout banquet functions to ensure quality service and product quality
Assist with the planning, organizing and execution of all banquet functions including, but not limited to, breakfast, coffee breaks, luncheons, dinners, cocktail receptions, galas, etc.
Greet and welcome client representative and guests, responding to requests in a timely, friendly and efficient manner
Participate in and lead department meetings
Process banquet checks accurately and efficiently for payment
Ensure guest satisfaction throughout the meal service
Serve alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with federal, state, local and company regulations

Benefits

Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay
Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
Mental Health Resources
Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
Go Hilton travel discount program
Supportive parental leave
Matching 401(k)
Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
Debt-free education: Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates and more)
Career growth and development
Team Member Resource Groups
Recognition and rewards programs