Job Overview
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Banquet Captain to join our dynamic hospitality team. In this dual role, you will lead banquet service operations while providing exceptional bar service to elevate our guests’ experience. Your passion for fine dining, craft beverages, and outstanding customer service will drive memorable events and foster a welcoming atmosphere. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your leadership skills, mixology expertise, and beverage knowledge in a fast-paced, vibrant environment committed to excellence.
Duties
- Oversee banquet event setups, ensuring all tables, linens, and service stations are prepared to high standards
- Lead banquet staff by assigning roles, coordinating service flow, and maintaining team efficiency throughout events
- Attend weekly BEO meeting with Food and Beverage department to discuss past and future events
- Process cash transactions accurately using POS systems such as Lightspeed Restaurant and Triple Seat; handle cash handling with precision
- Ensure compliance with food safety standards and proper food handling procedures during beverage and food service
- Provide exceptional customer service by engaging with guests professionally, addressing special requests, and ensuring a positive experience
- Point person for client for each event worked
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area and server area in accordance with health regulations and company policies
- Support BOH and communicate with timing of food being served
- Maintain an inventory of items such as glassware, dishware and silverware, to ensure events are well stocked
Skills
- Extensive knowledge of POS systems such as Lightspeed and TripleSeat for efficient transaction processing
- Proven experience in fine dining and buffet style of service
- Solid understanding of wine knowledge, spirits, craft beer brewing processes, and beverage trends
- Excellent time management skills to handle multiple events simultaneously while maintaining high-quality service
- Strong customer service orientation with the ability to engage guests warmly and professionally
- Previous banquet experience coupled with restaurant or food service background is highly desirable
- Ability to lead a team effectively while demonstrating hospitality industry experience in a fast-paced environment
- Basic math skills for retail math calculations related to sales, cash handling, and inventory management
- Knowledge of food safety standards and proper food handling procedures in a hospitality setting
- Experience with catering operations and serving large groups efficiently
Join us in creating memorable moments through exceptional service with Rancho Solano Golf Course, Kemper Sport! We value energetic professionals who thrive on teamwork and delivering outstanding guest experiences. This paid position offers an exciting chance to develop your leadership abilities in a lively hospitality environment.
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Experience:
- Banquet: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- CDL (Required)
- Food Safety Certification (Required)
- RBS Certification (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Fairfield, CA 94534 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
