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Proof of the Pudding (POP) is proud to provide the food and beverage services at Georgia International Convention Center. POP offers fine-quality concessions and catering for meetings, exhibit hall booths, conventions, and special events. Georgia International Convention Center includes a 9,800 sq. ft. state-of-the-art culinary arts center and Georgia's largest ballroom at 40,000 sq. ft.  

Join our reputable banquet team as a Banquet Captain! We are seeking knowledgeable, well-organized, and professional Banquet Captains to provide our customers with a first-class experience. Banquet Captains will be a point person of leadership on the event floor to the client and the POP team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the setting of tables completely according to diagram and/or sample table.
• Managing time effectively.
• Delegating tasks to the banquet team
• Managing the team that is scheduled to run each event.
• Assist Banquet Manager in scheduling to the needs of the business several months in advance and also for last minute “pop-up” events. Additionally, assisting the banquet manager with hiring.
• Communicating with serving, bartending and culinary staff to ensure all scheduled staff is trained and prepared for event.
• Conducting pre-shift meetings and managing the team of staff that is scheduled to run each event.
• Responsible for setting buffet stations which may include décor.
• Responsible for managing inventory of equipment and assisting with the set up and breakdown of events
• Serve and clear food and beverage quietly, professionally, and quickly, using proper serving and clearing techniques.
• Keep work area clean, and coordinate actions with the banquet team members, and all other members of the front and back of the house to ensure flawless customer service.
• Maintain good grooming and personal hygiene.
• Reporting to the Banquet Manager and preforming any tasks assigned in order to execute a flawless event.
• Working “offsite” events at our other locations: Buford Community Center, Chastain Park Amphitheater, Etc.

Performs other related duties as needed.

Education, Specialized Knowledge, and Experience:

In order to narrow down our search and applicant pool, we are requiring that ALL candidates meet the following necessary qualifications in order to apply:

• 1+ year in a banquet or Front of House leadership role
  • Experience in high volume catering is preferred
• Must be a highly organized.
• Must be a great leader
• Must be friendly with a customer service mentality.
• Must be a phenomenal team player.
• Must have impeccable integrity for the business, the community and the Proof of the Pudding team.

Work Environment 

This position will consist of event attendance, preparation, set up, and breakdown. This position will work mostly out of and mainly stay within the Gas South District Convention Center but may travel to other venues within the Gas South Region.

Uniform Requirements

Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of standing, moving through an event space, and traveling from venue to venue
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
• Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 30 lbs.

CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships.  Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
• Dedication - Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion.  Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks.  Demonstrate a win-win attitude: “see it, own it, solve it.”
• Ethics and Integrity - Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company’s culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct. 
• Safety & Security - Observe safety and security standards.  Use equipment and materials properly.  Comply with safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements.  Report potential unsafe conditions or practices to appropriate person immediately.  Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness and security compliance at all times.
• Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.
• Communication - Communicate clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers, supervisors and guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard. 
• Initiative - Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency.  Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
• Adaptability & Planning - Possess the ability to learn new tasks and adjusts well to new situations.  Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly.
• Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.   

Position Salary & Benefits:

• This is considered a part-time hourly position with a starting range of $18-$22/hour.
• Schedules may be flexible as business demands.
• Benefits include daily meals per shift

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.