Banquet Captain

Why us?

Banquet Captain

$21-$23/hr

Great opportunity for students Hours may vary

FREE RTD Eco Pass

Hotel Banquet Experiece Preferred

Uniquely Colorado Crafted and located in the new Heart of Boulder, The Hiltons on Canyon (Embassy Suites & Hilton Garden Inn Boulder – Canyon Boulevard & 28th Street) is your new urban retreat. Step foot into the space, and you will experience the attention to detail of these inspired properties.

At Sage Hospitality we dare to be different; not only in the experience we provide our guests, but also in the experiences we provide our team members.

We believe in being true to ourselves and employing our passions. We are not just looking for employees; we are looking for storytellers; we are looking for experiential guides Our guides are laid-back but attentive, genuinely enthusiastic, and creative daydreamers who want to share their passion with others and the community

Job Overview

Set-up, maintain and break down buffet for breakfast, lunch and/or dinner in a safe, accident-free manner. Assist the guests as needed to ensure that all foods are properly served.

Responsibilities

• Read BEO and know how to complete a set-up.
• Set tables in assigned area correctly and uniformly.
• Keep station neat and clean while servicing guest per established policies and procedures.
• Able to work flexible shifts to consist of mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekend and holidays.
• Set tables in assigned area correctly and uniformly.
• Keep station neat and clean while servicing guest per established policies and procedures.
• Use proper in-room clearing and tray jacks.
• Break down buffets or other special food service tables and equipment.
• Assist Banquet Captain in setting up/breaking down buffet or other special food service tables and equipment.
• Greet and serve guests following guidelines set by the policies/procedures regarding the service of food and beverage.
• Keep kitchen area & all storage areas clean according to policies set forth by management.
• Clearly and timely communicate needs and concerns to Banquet Captain and/or Manager/Director
• Hours: Flexible; scheduled days and times may vary based on need.
• Complete all set-up and closing duties. Set-up table according to procedures, with table cloth, skirting, food and utensils.
• Maintain buffet table throughout the day, have all food items and utensils out on time and inform manager or hostess of any additional items needed on the table.
• Assist guests; help serve as needed and respond to questions using suggestive selling techniques.
• Clean off buffet table including putting all utensils, food and other items back in the appropriate place in the kitchen.
• Polish up mirrored buspans and coffee urn on a daily basis and put back in dry storage. Perform sidework duties as needed.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

High school education or equivalent.

Experience

One to two years in a related position with this company or other organization(s).

Knowledge/Skills

• Must have basic knowledge of customer service principles, food service function, and restaurant and kitchen operations.
• Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc lbs. Pushing carts, Queen Marys, hotbox, portable bar lbs.
• Carrying trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc using both hands at lbs.
• Must have manual coordination to punch buttons, grasp items in hand, and to balance and carry trays loaded with food and beverages.
• Bending/kneeling: Ability to bend to lower level cabinets and lift trays.
• Mobility: Maneuver in narrow areas and between seated guests. Continuous standing required to service guest functions; 100% of the time scheduled. Climbing approximately 12 steps 20% of 8 hours.
• No driving required.
• Must have moderate comprehension and literacy to read use records and all special requests.
• Must have ability to perform multiple tasks at one time, must be able to follow verbal and written instruction, and be able to communicate.
• Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to sound and sight details in crowded and noisy situations, particularly when handling multiple tasks.

Environment

Physically strenuous: prolonged standing, walking, lifting and carrying throughout entire shift in 95% indoor environment. Going in the freezer temperatures can be -10 degrees.

Benefits

Benefits

Paid Sick Time ( Part & Full Time )

Employee assistance program ( Part & Full Time )

Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more ( Part & Full Time )

Medical, dental, & vision insurance ( Full Time Only )

Health savings and flexible spending accounts ( Full Time Only )

Basic Life and AD&D insurance ( Full Time Only )

Paid time off for vacation, and holidays ( Full Time Only )

Tuition Reimbursement ( Full Time Only )

ID:

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Property : Embassy Suites Boulder

Outlet: Hotel

Category: Banquets

Min: USD $21.00/Hr.

Max: USD $23.00/Hr.

Tipped Position: No

Address: 2601 Canyon Blvd

City: Boulder

State: Colorado

EOE Protected Veterans/Disability