Banquet Captain
Sodexo, North Bethesda, MD, United States
Location:
THE MUSIC CENTER AT STRATHMORE - 93203001
Workdays / shifts:
Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process.
Employment Type:
Part‑time
Pay Range:
$25.00 per hour - $35.00 per hour
What You’ll Do
As a Banquet Captain at Sodexo, you will provide direct, on‑floor leadership during banquet and catered events by coordinating service execution and directing Banquet Servers and Banquet Porters. You serve as the primary service lead for assigned events and are responsible for ensuring service is delivered according to Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), timelines, and service standards. You actively participate in event setup, service, and breakdown while maintaining a strong focus on guest satisfaction, communication, and attention to detail. You work closely with the Banquet Supervisor, culinary team, and service staff to ensure events run smoothly and professionally.
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point), and alcohol service policies.
Assist with training and onboarding of banquet service staff as directed.
Lift and move up to 35 pounds frequently and sometimes up to 50 pounds.
Attend work shifts on time and with satisfactory regularity.
Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts depending on business necessities and client requirements.
What You Bring
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred.
Minimum of 1–3 years of banquet, catering, or food and beverage service experience.
Prior lead or captain experience in a banquet or event environment preferred.
Must meet minimum age requirements to serve alcohol based on local and state regulations.
Must maintain a valid TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures), TEAM (Techniques for Effective Alcohol Management), or equivalent alcohol‑service certification and comply with all state‑specific alcohol training requirements.
A food handler certification may also be required based on state or local regulations.
Benefits
Flexible and supportive work environment, access to ongoing training and development, and a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), discount programs, and more.
Equal Opportunity
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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THE MUSIC CENTER AT STRATHMORE - 93203001
Workdays / shifts:
Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process.
Employment Type:
Part‑time
Pay Range:
$25.00 per hour - $35.00 per hour
What You’ll Do
As a Banquet Captain at Sodexo, you will provide direct, on‑floor leadership during banquet and catered events by coordinating service execution and directing Banquet Servers and Banquet Porters. You serve as the primary service lead for assigned events and are responsible for ensuring service is delivered according to Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), timelines, and service standards. You actively participate in event setup, service, and breakdown while maintaining a strong focus on guest satisfaction, communication, and attention to detail. You work closely with the Banquet Supervisor, culinary team, and service staff to ensure events run smoothly and professionally.
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point), and alcohol service policies.
Assist with training and onboarding of banquet service staff as directed.
Lift and move up to 35 pounds frequently and sometimes up to 50 pounds.
Attend work shifts on time and with satisfactory regularity.
Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts depending on business necessities and client requirements.
What You Bring
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred.
Minimum of 1–3 years of banquet, catering, or food and beverage service experience.
Prior lead or captain experience in a banquet or event environment preferred.
Must meet minimum age requirements to serve alcohol based on local and state regulations.
Must maintain a valid TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures), TEAM (Techniques for Effective Alcohol Management), or equivalent alcohol‑service certification and comply with all state‑specific alcohol training requirements.
A food handler certification may also be required based on state or local regulations.
Benefits
Flexible and supportive work environment, access to ongoing training and development, and a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), discount programs, and more.
Equal Opportunity
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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