Banquet Captain

Department: Food & Beverage

Reports to: Banquet Manager, Banquet Chef

Job Type: Seasonal, Part-time, Hourly

The Hotel Perry is now hiring for the 2026 Summer Season

Job Summary:

We are seeking a meticulous banquet captain to supervise and manage all banquet events for Hotel Perry. As the banquet captain, you will be responsible for managing the staff schedule, ensuring banquet operations run smoothly, and prioritizing our guests' comfort and safety.

To be a successful banquet captain, you should have strong leadership skills and be able to manage multiple streams of information. Ultimately, a top-notch banquet captain should remain calm under high-stress conditions and demonstrate excellent time management and organizational skills.

Job Responsibilities:

• Welcoming guests upon their arrival and assisting them with their seating arrangements.
• Assisting managers and organizers with planning the layout and logistics of events.
• Setting up and managing staff shifts and timetables.
• Developing and providing staff with the necessary training, including customer service and serving etiquette.
• Managing the setup of events.
• Running the floor and coordinating the food and drink service by liaising with the kitchen and service staff.
• Monitoring the inventory of supplies, equipment, and furniture.
• Tending to guests' requests, questions, and complaints.
• Ensuring that the venue and facilities remain neat and clean.
• Ensuring that all applicable safety regulations are communicated and adhered to.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Degree in hospitality or similar preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a banquet captain or similar.
• Excellent leadership abilities and the ability to manage 5 to 15 staff members.
• Great time management and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• The ability to provide an excellent level of customer service, even in stressful situations.
• Preferred to possess, or be able to obtain, food safety certification (ServSafe or equivalent)

Physical Demands

• Physically fit with good stamina for physical tasks such as moving and lifting furniture and standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to stand and work in confined spaces for prolonged periods of time.
• Willingness to work long hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Job Perks and Benefits:

• Part Time Benefits: Earned Sick Time (based on eligibility) - 401k with match – Dining and Lodging Discounts