Culinaire is in search for an experienced and seasoned BANQUET CAPTAIN to lead the catering team at the Carnegie Science Center.

A few important duties and responsibilities will include:

• Engaged with interviewing, selection, training, and scheduling the catering staff
• Attend all BEO meetings
• Possess a thorough understanding of the catering area to discuss with clients the best solution for an event, and a through comprehension of the catering menu details and pricing
• Collaborate with Director of Catering to assist in the planning of events with clients to include the design of the event with layout, seating, decorations, seating, podiums, dance floor and audio/visual equipment.
• Assist with the order for alcoholic beverage and other amenities as needed for each catered event then prepare an after event inventory, as well as weekly and monthly inventories.
• Order linens and necessary supplies for services for all events.
• Participate in all catered events to meet and visit with the client prior to the event, during the event, and at the conclusion.
• Involvement with the Director of Catering during client tours and visits to assist with selling the venue.
• Provides exceptional customers service in a professional manner for plated meals, buffets, stations, passed hors d’oeuvres, wine service and bars. Ensure all billing is accurate and each banquet check is signed.
• Responsible for completing various daily administrative duties prior to and at the end of each shift.
• Responsible for handling accurate and efficient cash transactions.

We are looking for:

· A minimum of three (3) years of banquet experience

· Works with minimal supervision and can lead a team independently

· Multi-tasked oriented and extremely organized

· Communicate effectively both written and verbal

· Works in a fast paced environment

· Works a flexible schedule

· Possesses RAMP and Food Handlers’ Certification as required

· Stands and walks for long period

Culinaire provide upscale food and beverage management services to a very diverse collection of national accounts to include art centers, cultural landmarks, hotels, restaurant, performing theaters, special event venues, and zoos. While out portfolio is diverse, the one constant in every operation that we manage is out total commitment to our associates to put their career path, safety and success as top priority, and to our client to provide top quality food product and service to our customers and guests..

CULINAIRE is a drug free environment, EOE and E-Verify Employer.

Job Type: Part-time

Experience level:

• 3 years

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person