Catering Event Captain/Lead Server

Harvest Moon Catering•Charlottesville, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Event Captain partners closely with the Event Producer and other internal HMC staff to bring clients' visions of all shapes and sizes to life. Whether it's a wedding, a corporate gala, or intimate dinner party. Responsibilities include managing the event the day of. You'll meet with the Event Producer to form a deep understanding of the vision for the event and you'll partner will all HMC team members and vendor contacts to execute that vision beautifully.

Requirements

At least 2 years of off-premise catering experience
2 years of hospitality experience
Basic computer skills
Deep passion for food, and hospitality
High attention to detail
Ability to multitask
Love problem solving and thinking strategically
Love to lead and empower teams
Great at delegating
Organized
Gifted communicator
Fantastic listener
Resourceful
Genuinely care about people
Energetic
Warm, friendly, approachable, and have an innate desire to help others
Intense desire to make huge, positive contributions to the company culture

Nice To Haves

Ready to learn about and embrace HEART LEADERSHIP

Responsibilities

Managing the event the day of.
Meeting with the Event Producer to form a deep understanding of the vision for the event.
Partnering with all HMC team members and vendor contacts to execute the event vision.
Ensuring you have the appropriate number of teammates to staff the event.
Sending out emails and reminders to the staff.
Partnering with HMC teammates, vendor representatives, and relevant clients to execute a smooth, successful event.
Delegating tasks.
Multitasking.
Problem solving.
Maintaining a positive and professional attitude.
Meeting with the Event Producer to understand the details for each event.
Working with the staffing coordinator to ensure you have the necessary talent to run the event.
Supporting other relevant parties (e.g., vendor staff, mother of the brides) during the event.
Delegating tasks to front and back of house teammates.
Shifting back and forth between tasks and people, personalities.
Assisting with event set up and break down as necessary.
Fostering a climate of cooperation and respect between co-workers.
Being enthusiastic about exceptional client experiences and a positive, motivational team member.