Banquet Captain Jobs
Banquet Captain jobs are open across hotels, resorts, event venues, and private clubs, from lead server to senior event supervisor, with specializations in wedding coordination, corporate catering, and large-scale private events. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description
The Wait Staff Lead position is vital to achieving excellent guest service and executing catering events. The Wait Staff Lead is responsible for pulling equipment for event set up, transporting materials and food to the event, setting up the event, serving guests, cleaning up the event, and returning equipment to the catering Department. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.
Job Responsibilities
- Leads catering team on all catering functions
- Leads preparation banquet room for the function
- Serve meals and beverages in accordance with catering protocol and banquet sheets
- Accurately set tables for special functions
- Load/unload event equipment into catering vehicles, following all safety procedures in compliance with DOT regulations.
- Clean all functions areas upon completion
- Perform opening and closing side work as needed
- Must maintain a professional appearance
- Maintain storage rooms and supplies in an orderly fashion
- Maintain equipment and all other catering supplies
- Perform all job duties safely and efficiently
- Follows all company safety policies and procedures
- Ability to understand and follow directions from the Manager/Director
- Ability to lift up to 50 lb and frequently lift, push, pull, or carry up to 30 lb
- Ability to walk or stand for extended time periods, up to 6 hours
- Involves repetitive motion
- Involves working with chemicals, heated equipment, steam and at other risk conditions
- Ability to move in and out of catering vehicles and transport event equipment and food product in a safe manner
- Cross-training and work in other dining locations as needed
- May supervise the staff and sanitation of facilities of the locations
- Responsible for openings and closing the building, addressing employee matters, and making sure the location is staffed appropriately
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- 1-year supervisory experience
- Excellent Guest Service Skills and ability to work in a team environment
- Ideal candidate has a flexible schedule to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Enjoys working in a lively environment
- Well-groomed and professional attire (follow Aramark standards for uniform and grooming)
- TIPS/TEAM Certified
Education
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Job Description
The Wait Staff Lead position is vital to achieving excellent guest service and executing catering events. The Wait Staff Lead is responsible for pulling equipment for event set up, transporting materials and food to the event, setting up the event, serving guests, cleaning up the event, and returning equipment to the catering Department. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.
Job Responsibilities
- Leads catering team on all catering functions
- Leads preparation banquet room for the function
- Serve meals and beverages in accordance with catering protocol and banquet sheets
- Accurately set tables for special functions
- Load/unload event equipment into catering vehicles, following all safety procedures in compliance with DOT regulations.
- Clean all functions areas upon completion
- Perform opening and closing side work as needed
- Must maintain a professional appearance
- Maintain storage rooms and supplies in an orderly fashion
- Maintain equipment and all other catering supplies
- Perform all job duties safely and efficiently
- Follows all company safety policies and procedures
- Ability to understand and follow directions from the Manager/Director
- Ability to lift up to 50 lb and frequently lift, push, pull, or carry up to 30 lb
- Ability to walk or stand for extended time periods, up to 6 hours
- Involves repetitive motion
- Involves working with chemicals, heated equipment, steam and at other risk conditions
- Ability to move in and out of catering vehicles and transport event equipment and food product in a safe manner
- Cross-training and work in other dining locations as needed
- May supervise the staff and sanitation of facilities of the locations
- Responsible for openings and closing the building, addressing employee matters, and making sure the location is staffed appropriately
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- 1-year supervisory experience
- Excellent Guest Service Skills and ability to work in a team environment
- Ideal candidate has a flexible schedule to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Enjoys working in a lively environment
- Well-groomed and professional attire (follow Aramark standards for uniform and grooming)
- TIPS/TEAM Certified
Education
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in banquet captain jobs.
- Two or more years of banquet or catering service experience in a supervisory role
- Demonstrated ability to lead and direct a floor team during large-scale events
- Knowledge of formal service styles including plated, buffet, and French service
- Food handler certification and responsible alcohol service certification such as TIPS or ServSafe
- Experience reading and executing banquet event orders and communicating changes to kitchen staff
- Strong verbal communication skills for coordinating with clients, catering managers, and event staff
Tips for Your Banquet Captain Job Search
Tailor your resume to event volume
Banquet captain resumes should call out the size of events you've managed, number of staff you've directed, and types of service styles you've run. Hiring managers at hotels and venues scan for operational scale, not just job titles.
Get your TIPS certification before applying
Many banquet captain postings list responsible alcohol service certification as a requirement. Getting TIPS or ServSafe Alcohol certified before you apply removes a common screening hurdle and signals you're ready to lead service on day one.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists banquet captain openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight staff scheduling and briefing experience
Employers want banquet captains who can run pre-shift briefings and coordinate last-minute floor changes. If your resume only lists service duties, add a bullet about team size, scheduling systems you've used, or how you've handled staff callouts during active events.
Prepare a scenario answer for service recovery
Banquet captain interviews almost always include a question about handling a service failure mid-event. Prepare a specific example with a clear outcome, whether it involved a kitchen delay, a guest complaint, or a staffing gap during service.
Negotiate schedule terms alongside pay
Banquet captain roles often involve irregular hours tied to event calendars. When you receive an offer, ask about guaranteed minimum hours, how weekend and holiday shifts are assigned, and whether gratuity is shared or pooled, as these affect your total take-home more than base pay alone.
Banquet Captain Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most banquet captains?
The companies hiring the most banquet captains right now include Aramark, The Hotel Zamora, and Coury Hospitality, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Texas, and Minnesota, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hotel and resort groups consistently account for a large portion of active postings.
How many banquet captain jobs are remote?
About 0% of banquet captain openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of the role requires on-site event supervision. The sub-areas most likely to offer partial remote work include administrative coordination, event order review, and post-event reporting for multi-property catering operations.
How do you become a banquet captain?
Most banquet captains start as banquet servers or food and beverage assistants and move into supervisory roles after demonstrating reliable service and floor leadership. Building experience across different event types, earning a food handler certification and responsible alcohol service certification, and learning to read banquet event orders are the core steps. Some employers promote from within after a consistent performance period.
Can you get hired as a banquet captain with little experience?
Some properties will hire candidates with strong front-of-house service experience into entry-level banquet captain roles, especially smaller venues or those with structured training programs. Emphasizing experience supervising peers during busy shifts, any team lead responsibilities from past roles, and certifications like TIPS or ServSafe helps offset a shorter formal supervisory history when applying.
What does the banquet captain interview process look like?
Banquet captain interviews typically involve a phone or video screen followed by an in-person meeting with a catering manager or food and beverage director. Expect questions about managing floor staff during service, handling last-minute event changes, and resolving guest complaints. Some employers conduct a brief practical walk-through of a banquet space or ask you to review a sample banquet event order and explain how you'd execute it.
Where can I find and apply to banquet captain jobs?
You can find and apply to banquet captain jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from hotels, resorts, event venues, and private clubs across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each listing from the job page.
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