Catering Captain
Lorton, VA · On-site
$28/hr
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
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Catering Captain
Lorton, VA · On-site
$28/hr
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
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Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Catering Captain
Leesburg, VA · On-site
$28/hr
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Catering Captain
Leesburg, VA · On-site
$28/hr
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Catering Captain
Vienna, VA · On-site
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
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Catering Captain
Vienna, VA · On-site
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Post event clean-up to include, restocking alcohol and nonalcoholic beverages, returning unused glassware to correct storage racks, disposing of fruit garnishes and bar trash, wiping down counter and ...
Post event clean-up to include, restocking alcohol and nonalcoholic beverages, returning unused glassware to correct storage racks, disposing of fruit garnishes and bar trash, wiping down counter and ...
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Catering Captain
The Woodlands, TX · On-site
$28/hr
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Catering Captain
The Woodlands, TX · On-site
$28/hr
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
The Catering Server is responsible for assisting in the proper execution of weddings and high-end social catered events. Work is performed under the general direction of the Catering Captain, with ...
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The Catering Server is responsible for assisting in the proper execution of weddings and high-end social catered events. Work is performed under the general direction of the Catering Captain, with ...
The Catering Sous Chef is responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of a high quality, upscale corporate, wedding and social event catering plan at designated facilities with a ...
The Catering Sous Chef is responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of a high quality, upscale corporate, wedding and social event catering plan at designated facilities with a ...
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Catering Sous Chef
Vienna, VA · On-site
$25/hr
The Catering Sous Chef is responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of a high quality, upscale corporate, wedding and social event catering plan at designated facilities with a ...
Catering Sous Chef
Vienna, VA · On-site
$25/hr
The Catering Sous Chef is responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of a high quality, upscale corporate, wedding and social event catering plan at designated facilities with a ...
Catering Captain
Sterling, VA · On-site
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
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Catering Captain
Sterling, VA · On-site
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Catering Captain
Vienna, VA · On-site
$28/hr
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Catering Captain
Vienna, VA · On-site
$28/hr
Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events. * Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and ...
Catering Server
Leesburg, VA · On-site
The Catering Server is responsible for assisting in the proper execution of weddings and high-end social catered events. Work is performed under the general direction of the Catering Captain, with ...
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Catering Server
Leesburg, VA · On-site
The Catering Server is responsible for assisting in the proper execution of weddings and high-end social catered events. Work is performed under the general direction of the Catering Captain, with ...
Maintenance Custodian
$14.75/hr
Perform facility maintenance such as minor repairs, replacing light bulbs, and preparing for special events. * Operate park vehicles which may include pickup trucks, 4-wheel motorcycles, dump trucks ...
Maintenance Custodian
$14.75/hr
Perform facility maintenance such as minor repairs, replacing light bulbs, and preparing for special events. * Operate park vehicles which may include pickup trucks, 4-wheel motorcycles, dump trucks ...
Catering Server
$16.25/hr
The Catering Server is responsible for assisting in the proper execution of weddings and high-end social catered events. Work is performed under the general direction of the Catering Captain, with ...
Catering Server
$16.25/hr
The Catering Server is responsible for assisting in the proper execution of weddings and high-end social catered events. Work is performed under the general direction of the Catering Captain, with ...
Catering Server
Vienna, VA · On-site
$16.25/hr
The Catering Server is responsible for assisting in the proper execution of weddings and high-end social catered events. Work is performed under the general direction of the Catering Captain, with ...
Catering Server
Vienna, VA · On-site
$16.25/hr
The Catering Server is responsible for assisting in the proper execution of weddings and high-end social catered events. Work is performed under the general direction of the Catering Captain, with ...
Catering Server
Leesburg, VA · On-site
$16.25/hr
The Catering Server is responsible for assisting in the proper execution of weddings and high-end social catered events. Work is performed under the general direction of the Catering Captain, with ...
Catering Server
Leesburg, VA · On-site
$16.25/hr
The Catering Server is responsible for assisting in the proper execution of weddings and high-end social catered events. Work is performed under the general direction of the Catering Captain, with ...
NOVA Parks Jobs Information
Does NOVA Parks pay people when they’re sick?
No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
80% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
80% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
How easy is it to get time off at NOVA Parks?
Most people find it easy to get time off.
100% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
100% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Do people at NOVA Parks get to take their breaks without interruption?
Only some people get breaks without interruption.
40% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
40% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Is it stressful to work at NOVA Parks?
Most people feel stressed out here.
80% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
80% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Do people at NOVA Parks recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
40% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
40% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at NOVA Parks?
Most people got enough training when they started.
100% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
100% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
Do people think NOVA Parks’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
60% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
60% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
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NOVA Parks rating
6.7
Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
713th of 846 rated public administrative organizations
Job description
The Catering Captain is responsible for ensuring the proper execution of weddings and high-end social catered events. Work is performed under the general direction of the Facility Manager and Catering Chef, with some latitude for independent judgment. Due to the service of alcohol, applicants must be at least 21 years of age or older.
Pay Rate: $28.00 per hour
Major Duties/Specific Tasks
Pay Rate: $28.00 per hour
Major Duties/Specific Tasks
- Ensure the proper execution of catering proposals for weddings and high-end social catered events.
- Provide on-site event supervision of the facility and catering staff during catered events.
- Participate in pre-event meetings with the facility manager to review catering proposals, floorplans, and timelines.
- Ensure facility cleanliness prior to and during the event.
- Meet and greet guests in friendly and professional manner.
- Coordinate with the day of point-of-contact on all aspects of the event.
- Coordinate catering details with kitchen and service staff.
- Direct and participate in the set-up and breakdown of seating tables and chairs, client provided décor, and food and bar services.
- Ensure proper health code compliance and sanitation standards throughout the event.
- Train, supervise, and direct catering bartenders, servers and dishwashers.
- Provide guidance and motivation to catering service staff.
- Ensure catering service staff arrives at assigned times.
- Ensure staff arrives in proper uniforms and adheres to grooming and hygiene standards.
- Maintain constant communication with kitchen staff, servers, and bartenders.
- Adhere to set timelines and communicate any changes to the day of point of contact, kitchen staff, and service staff
- Examine quality of food prior to distributing to event guests.
- Ability to handle alcoholic beverages.
- Ensure proper delivery and bussing of food and beverages items in a timely manner.
- Monitor bar service to ensure adherence to state alcohol laws.
- Ability to provide quick decision making.
- Communicate with management in a timely manner regarding any event concerns that require additional guidance.
- Ensure proper guests departure.
- Ensure proper post-event breakdown and clean-up in a timely manner.
- Knowledge of emergency response procedures.
- Write post-event reports detailing event execution for management review.
- Confirm that the facility is correctly armed and locked at the end of the event.
- Carry out additional duties as assigned by Management Staff.
- Must be age 21 or over.
- Minimum 2 years catering banquet service and supervision.
- Strong working knowledge of food and beverage service.
- Ability to motivate staff on a daily basis and quick decision making skills
- Strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including ability to lift 50lbs, stooping, and bending
- Exhibit good communication and customer service skills.
- Availability to work a variable work schedule, which may include early and late hours, and weekends and holidays.
- Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a driver's license with a safe driving record.
- Possession or ability to obtain ServSafe and TIPS training.
About NOVA Parks
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Industry
Amusement, gambling, and recreation
Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
Fairfax Station, VA, US
Year founded
1959