POSITION: Banquet Captain DEPARTMENT: Food and Beverage REPORTS TO: Banquet Manager FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt PART TIME ASM, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities has an excellent and immediate opening for a Banquet Captain at ASM Richmond – Dominion Energy Center, Altria Theater and Bon Secours Training Camp Facility. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: PRE-EVENT Ensuring all set up of functions is prepared per master Banquet Event Order (BEO). Communicating with Banquet Manager, Executive Chef, Event Sales Managers, or Director of Center Sales regarding last minute changes. Conducting pre-function training and menu meetings. Following all opening procedures to ensure areas are secure and energy efficient. Supervising handling of equipment for function set-up. Supervising the set-up of Events Post-Event Drafting accurate post-function Captain’s Report (critique). Ensuring all pre-set rooms are properly and completely set for the next shift. Following all closing procedures to ensure areas are secure and energy efficient. Supervising handling of equipment for function tear down. Supervising the cleaning, maintenance and security of equipment during and after events. Administration/Management Assisting Banquet Manager with banquet administrative functions as directed QUALIFICATIONS: Assisting Banquet Manager with banquet administrative functions as directed Ensuring accurate guest counts for proper guest billing. Assisting with or conducting inventories of food, beverages, equipment, meeting supplies and china, glass, silverware, etc., on a predetermined basis. Advising Banquet Manager on equipment needs, food quality concerns, employee staff issues. Management/Supervision Assist in supervising all banquet, and concessions, including scheduling, timesheet review, enforcing policies and procedures, as directed by the Banquet Manager With the Executive Chef ensure all food and a beverage is served in a timely manner and as mandated by the BEO’s. Assist the Banquet Manager in establishing training and cross-training programs. Monitoring employee dress, uniform, and grooming standards. Promoting a healthy work environment by setting a good example and using corrective discipline measures when needed. Adhering to all Center and department specific standard policies and procedures and enforcing these with subordinates. Assisting in establishing and enforcing staffing guidelines. Ensuring the proper handling and cleaning of all equipment, china, glass and silver by Banquet staff. Constantly spot-checking staff performance and relating concerns to Banquet Manager. Enforcing all sanitation procedures including safety guidelines and OSHA requirements. Ensuring proper LEAD procedures are followed. Health / Safety Following all sanitation procedures including safety guidelines and OSHA requirements Education and/or Experience: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Minimum two-year formal experience as Banquet Captain. Strong skills in service management, banquet operations, and employee training and motivation. Ability to Bartend. Able to stand / walk for 6 hours or more based on the need. Able to lift up to 30 lbs. or more based on the need. Able to work overtime, weekends and holidays if needed. Must wear appropriate uniform at all times. Excellent communication skills. Positive interpersonal skills Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to stand / walk for 6 or more hours, walk for long periods of time. Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Able to reach hands and arms in any direction and kneel and stoop repeatedly. Working Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Working conditions: May be indoor or outdoor setting depending on the event Varied weather conditions are expected Noise levels vary, but can be high during events, shows, etc. Varying schedule to include evenings, and extended hours as business dictate ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.