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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The Banquet Chef is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing all banquet and catered culinary operations throughout the resort. This leader ensures exceptional food ...

About the Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Banquet Manager to join a high-volume hospitality team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hospitality professional with a strong luxury or ...

Banquet Captain

Groton, CT · On-site

$10.38/hr

Banquet Captain Assist leading banquet staff during assigned functions, ensuring colleagues perform in accordance with established guest service standards. Set up banquet rooms, serve food and/or ...

Banquet Chef

Vergennes, VT · On-site

$58K - $62K/yr

Job Type Full-time, Temporary Description The Banquet Chef is responsible for the overall culinary execution of all banquet and catered events at Basin Harbor. This includes weddings, North Dock ...

A banquet chef must have advanced culinary skills, including knowledge of various cooking techniques, food presentation, and flavor combinations. 2. Organization: Banquet chefs are responsible for ...

Work directly with Banquet Staff, Banquet Manager, and Banquet Chef on preparation for upcoming events. * Supervise banquet staff during setup, execution, and cleanup of banquet events. * Communicate ...

The Banquet Manager is responsible for the successful execution of meetings, conferences, weddings, social events, and other catered functions while ensuring exceptional guest service, efficient ...

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As a Banquet Steward, you will be an essential part of the banquet team, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the kitchen and banquet areas. You'll be responsible for maintaining ...

As a Banquet Steward, you will be an essential part of the banquet team, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the kitchen and banquet areas. You'll be responsible for maintaining ...

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How much do banquet jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for banquet in the United States is $17.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a banquet?

A banquet is a large, formal meal or event, often held to celebrate a special occasion or host a large group of people. Banquet staff members are responsible for setting up the venue, serving food and drinks, attending to guests' needs, and cleaning up after the event. Their duties may also include arranging tables and chairs, setting up decorations, and working closely with event organizers to ensure everything runs smoothly. Banquet roles can include servers, bartenders, captains, and setup crew, all working together to create a seamless event experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a banquet server?

To thrive as a Banquet Server, you need strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and basic food safety knowledge, typically supported by prior experience in hospitality or food service. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, banquet event orders (BEOs), and sometimes certifications like a food handler’s permit are often required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and adaptability help you stand out in fast-paced and dynamic event environments. These skills ensure efficient service, guest satisfaction, and the smooth execution of large-scale events.

What are some common challenges faced by banquet staff, and how can they be addressed?

Banquet staff often face challenges such as managing tight event schedules, adapting to last-minute changes, and ensuring consistent service quality in fast-paced settings. Effective communication and teamwork are crucial to handling these demands smoothly. Staying organized, being proactive in anticipating guest needs, and maintaining a positive attitude under pressure can help staff navigate these challenges and deliver memorable experiences for guests.

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Infographic showing various Banquet job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, 36% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $35,811 per year, or $17.2 per hour.

Banquet Captain

The Grand America Hotel

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

PM Shift, Part Time Available
The Banquet Captain is primarily responsible for supervising the banquet staff and coordinating all food and beverage services within the banquet department. Some primary responsibilities are to train the banquet team and oversee the enforcement of hotel standards.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Meet and greet guests in a friendly and warm manner.
  • Coordinate with the event host on all aspects of the banquet function.
  • Perform planning and organization functions for the banquet department, such as compiling equipment lists, maintaining the cleanliness of the banquet facilities, training, coaching, and empowering front-line employees.
  • Checks banquet rooms, service, and kitchen areas for cleanliness and proper set up, and make sure sufficient supplies and equipment are available for the function.
  • Oversee all aspects of assigned banquet function activities, ensuring that food counters are correctly set and ready for execution at the appointed time.
  • Plan the event course and orchestrate its completion in a timely, quiet, and courteous manner.
  • Adhering to all standard banquet policies and procedures.
  • Supervises and trains staff in setting up and breaking down assigned banquet rooms according to contract and managers' instructions.
  • Assist in conducting pre-shift and pre-function meetings.
  • Actively participates in the setup of banquet rooms and service of food and beverage to guests.

Qualifications:
  • Experience in a hotel or resort Banquet Department as a Banquet Captain or Lead Banquet Server in a more extensive operation is required.
  • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
  • Must have excellent customer service and supervisory skills.
  • The Banquet Captain must be able to read and comprehend company documents.
  • Must possess the ability to write simple correspondence.
  • Must communicate fluently in English with complete comprehension and understanding.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for extended periods, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk, hear, taste, and smell.
  • The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to respond quickly and accurately to guest requests.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.

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