Banquet/Catering Captain - The Lodge at St. Edwards
Employment Type : Full-Time
Banquet/Catering Captain - The Lodge at St. EdwardsLodge at St Edward Park, 14445 Juanita Dr NE, Kenmore, Washington, United States of America Req #4694 Monday, August 2, 2021
The Lodge at St. Edward Park is located in one of Washington's most-visited state parks. The hotel is surrounded by a beautiful natural setting, including the enticing waters of Lake Washington, lush greenery, and an abundance of walking trails. The hotel, housed in a historic seminary, opened in May 2021. Home to 84 distinguished guestrooms and suites, each has been thoughtfully designed to blend the original character with modern touches. Amenities include a farm-to-table restaurant, two bars, full-service spa, a fitness center and more.
Banquet Captain
It’s more than a job.
It’s a journey.
At Columbia Hospitality, we want our team members invested for the long-haul, so we take care of our team members first. We believe that empowered and appreciated team members are the first step to success. How do we take care of our team members?
We empower the career you want. Curious about culinary? Want to become a General Manager? Always dreamed of living in Montana? Where you start with Columbia is just the beginning and we’re here to help you turn your passion into a meaningful career in hospitality.- Awesome perks. Seriously. Travel, dine, spa and golf at properties across the portfolio at deep discounts because you deserve to be our guest, too. Oh, and did we mention you can share them with your family?
- OMG Culture. What’s that? Well, it’s our acronym for Own the Values, Make it Fun, and Get it Done. It’s that simple.
- Robust benefits. Yes, we offer competitive wages, excellent health benefits, 401k, and more.
Sound like the fit for you? Start your journey with Columbia Hospitality.
Columbia Hospitality is a national management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.
The Brass Tacks
- Maintains standards for food and beverage quality, presentation, handling, sanitation and safety
- Follows all appropriate policies and procedures
- Serves food and beverage to guests and provides quality customer service
- Advises guests, clients and team members on matters relating to food and beverage offerings
- Communicates directly with the Culinary and Stewarding teams during service to ensure proper client and guest service is being achieved
- Coordinates the timing of each course to correspond with the dining pace of the guests
- Assists in the acquisition of special equipment needed for banquet functions
- Conducts a briefing or “line-up” with team members at the beginning of each shift in order to keep staff informed of updates, changes and/or problematic situations
- Represents the club as the point of contact during events, acts as a liaison between guests and team members, responds and works to resolve guest issues and concerns as necessary.
The Perks
- Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
- Paid Time Off (Because Balance Matters)
- 401K Match (Free Money)
- Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
- Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Coverage
- Company Contributed HSA/FSA Plan
- Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
- Third Party Perks (Movie Tickets, Attractions, Other)
- Company Sponsored Life Insurance Policies
- Employee Assistance Program
- Team Member Outings
- Diverse Work Group
- “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
- Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
- Ability to Climb the Ladder
- Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
The Nitty Gritty
- Ability to obtain necessary State Food Handler’s License(s) (Simple to Get)
- Ability to lift 30 pounds and be in contact motion during shift
- Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time
- Be able to lift up to 30 lbs. and carry a tray.
- Able to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment
The Nitty Gritty
- At least two years of experience in a high volume, quality banquet service operation; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- Previous food & beverage supervisory experience
- Basic computer literacy in the Point of Sale system and the sales and catering computer application
- Necessary State Food Handler’s License(s) and Liquor Serving Permit(s)
The Fine Print
Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.
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