ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Dawn Ranch is a natural preserve and boutique hotel destination nestled riverside at the edge of Guerneville in Sonoma’s wine-rich Russian River Valley. The cottage-style hotel and event venue offer an authentic, historic, and unique Sonoma wine country escape among 22 acres of ancient giant redwoods, native meadows, and vintage apple trees. The hotel also features unique wellness experiences including a premium spa which offers outdoor baths, massages, and body treatments. Other activities include yoga, meditation, and perfume-making. Dawn Ranch’s food program balances elevated cuisine with casual excellence, from fine dining at the Lodge overseen by Chef Fernando Trocca to picnics overlooking the roiling Pacific Ocean. Local ingredients from the fertile valley make our varied cuisine an emerging staple of Northern California fare. Dawn Ranch is the perfect destination to co-create luxury and inspiration in Sonoma.

This is a highly visible and key role responsible for the successful set-up, service, and tear down of all banquet events ranging from simple coffee and tea stations, casual buffets, coursed dinners, and bar operations. The Banquet Captain is responsible for the successful ownership and operational execution of banquet functions and duties.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Pre-Event

• Review BEOs with the Event Manager to coordinate plan of action for events.

During Event

• Warmly and cordially meet group contacts and planners so they know who to speak with for any requests or concerns during the event.

• Assist and guide the banquet staff in room set up. Make sure all guest tables, buffet tables, displays, and equipment are set up correctly according to the BEO.

• Assign pre-meal assignments and function stations to the staff. Inform them of any special requests or special instructions.

• Inspect food for quality and presentation prior to serving.

• Act as primary point of communication with the kitchen staff, informing them of any changes to the timeline, on the fly menu changes, or special instructions.

• Ensure prompt and professional service to all guests by coordinating with the kitchen to expedite meal service.

• Ensure company alcohol policies are always enforced.

• Ability to lift 50 pounds and stay comfortable on their feet for the entire shift.

• Coordinating staff breaks during events.

• Make sure side-work and event clean-up is completed accurately and efficiently.

• Ensure service standards and event space SOPs are met and offer training to staff or adjustments as needed.

Post Event

• Participate in post event debriefings with the Event Manager to identify areas of growth.

Required Certifications

• Food Handler’s Permit

• Responsible Beverage Server- ABC certification

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Company is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Company are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Company will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics and encourages applicants of all ages.