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Food and Beverage Captain jobs are open across hotels, resorts, cruise lines, and event venues, from lead server to senior captain level, with specializations in banquet service, fine dining, and private club operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The Setai.
Arrive at a place that embraces you in its serenity. That whispers with an unmistakable imprint of grace and timelessness. That is a melding of inspiration and location.
The Setai offers a refreshing balance between the sizzling South Beach scene and a serene tropical hideaway. The luxurious oceanfront environment combines the Asian traditions of simplicity and elegance with the Art Deco history of South Beach to create an intimate, private world coveted by discerning travelers.
A melding of inspiration and setting, The Setai embraces in its serenity while connecting guests with what has always been the area's greatest attraction: the beach, the sun, the culture, and the nightlife.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Exemplifies commitment to The Setai’s mission of Total Guest Satisfaction
- Maintains positive guest relations at all times; anticipates guests’ needs, responds promptly, and works in conjunction with all assigned staff to deliver consistent and sought-after fine dining experiences that meet the style of The Setai
- Ensures that the Food and Beverage operation (In Room Dining) meet hotel operating standards
- Communicates with guests and makes recommendations for menu and beverage selection
- Develops new and maintains repeat business through effective guest relations
- Recognizes guests and addresses them by name whenever possible
- Ensures every detail regarding guests’ requests is met
- Remains up to date with local and international restaurant trends
- Regularly ensure all employees are well groomed and in the correct uniform
- Documents any safety hazards/violations Works closely with other departments ensuring communication flows effectively
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
Must have a bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field, AND a minimum of three (3) years' experience in a Food & Beverage position in a luxury hotel environment, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
The Setai recognizes that employee benefits are an important component of your total compensation. We are pleased to offer a competitive benefits package for all full-time employees including many programs unique to our hotel. What we offer:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Retirement plan - 401(k) program
- Generous Paid Time Off Program
- Bereavement Pay
- Jury Duty Pay
- Food & Beverage Discounts
- Spa Discounts
- Employee Referral Program
- Duty Meals
- Uniforms & Maintenance of Uniforms
- Entertainment and Shopping Discounts
- Parking
EOE/ DFWP
The above is an example of the benefits offered at The Setai. Not all benefits are guaranteed, and benefits are subject to change. A full listing of benefits will be provided upon hire as outlined in our employee handbook.
This is a non-management position
This is a full time position
* We don't offer work visas or relocation support*
The Setai.
Arrive at a place that embraces you in its serenity. That whispers with an unmistakable imprint of grace and timelessness. That is a melding of inspiration and location.
The Setai offers a refreshing balance between the sizzling South Beach scene and a serene tropical hideaway. The luxurious oceanfront environment combines the Asian traditions of simplicity and elegance with the Art Deco history of South Beach to create an intimate, private world coveted by discerning travelers.
A melding of inspiration and setting, The Setai embraces in its serenity while connecting guests with what has always been the area's greatest attraction: the beach, the sun, the culture, and the nightlife.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Exemplifies commitment to The Setai’s mission of Total Guest Satisfaction
- Maintains positive guest relations at all times; anticipates guests’ needs, responds promptly, and works in conjunction with all assigned staff to deliver consistent and sought-after fine dining experiences that meet the style of The Setai
- Ensures that the Food and Beverage operation (In Room Dining) meet hotel operating standards
- Communicates with guests and makes recommendations for menu and beverage selection
- Develops new and maintains repeat business through effective guest relations
- Recognizes guests and addresses them by name whenever possible
- Ensures every detail regarding guests’ requests is met
- Remains up to date with local and international restaurant trends
- Regularly ensure all employees are well groomed and in the correct uniform
- Documents any safety hazards/violations Works closely with other departments ensuring communication flows effectively
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
Must have a bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field, AND a minimum of three (3) years' experience in a Food & Beverage position in a luxury hotel environment, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
The Setai recognizes that employee benefits are an important component of your total compensation. We are pleased to offer a competitive benefits package for all full-time employees including many programs unique to our hotel. What we offer:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Retirement plan - 401(k) program
- Generous Paid Time Off Program
- Bereavement Pay
- Jury Duty Pay
- Food & Beverage Discounts
- Spa Discounts
- Employee Referral Program
- Duty Meals
- Uniforms & Maintenance of Uniforms
- Entertainment and Shopping Discounts
- Parking
EOE/ DFWP
The above is an example of the benefits offered at The Setai. Not all benefits are guaranteed, and benefits are subject to change. A full listing of benefits will be provided upon hire as outlined in our employee handbook.
This is a non-management position
This is a full time position
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in food and beverage captain jobs.
- Two or more years of experience in a lead server or captain role
- Strong working knowledge of food and beverage service standards and sequence
- Experience managing or directing a floor team during active service
- Food handler certification or state-required alcohol service training
- Familiarity with point-of-sale systems and reservation management platforms
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the property
Tips for Your Food and Beverage Captain Job Search
Tailor your resume to service volume
Hiring managers for food and beverage captain roles want to see the scale you've worked at. Call out the number of covers per shift, event sizes you've overseen, and whether you've led service for high-volume banquets or intimate fine-dining rooms.
Highlight your floor leadership moments
Captains are expected to direct server teams during service, not just execute their own tables. Your resume should name specific examples of when you coached junior staff, resolved a service breakdown, or trained a new hire on sequence of service.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists food and beverage captain openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Match your application to the venue type
A luxury hotel captain role and a country club captain role read the same title but require very different language. Use the posting's own phrasing, whether that's 'member experience,' 'banquet execution,' or 'outlet management,' to show you understand that specific environment.
Prepare service knowledge for practical interviews
Many food and beverage captain interviews include a verbal walkthrough of a full table service sequence or a situational scenario like a guest complaint mid-service. Refresh your knowledge of proper French service, wine pairing basics, and your property's specific service standards before you walk in.
Negotiate scheduling terms alongside compensation
Captain roles often involve split shifts, holiday blackouts, and rotating weekend coverage. When you reach the offer stage, clarify the schedule structure and any flexibility before accepting, since a strong base can quickly lose value if the hours don't work for your situation.
Food and Beverage Captain Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How many food and beverage captain jobs are remote?
About 0% of food and beverage captain openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is by nature. The sub-areas with the most remote flexibility tend to be training coordination, beverage program consulting, and corporate food and beverage operations roles that sit above property-level service.
How do you become a food and beverage captain?
Most food and beverage captains start as servers or lead servers, building experience with sequence of service, floor management, and guest relations over several years. From there, the path typically involves taking on shift-lead responsibilities, earning relevant certifications like a sommelier credential or alcohol service certificate, and demonstrating the ability to coach junior staff and run a section independently.
Can you get hired as a food and beverage captain with little experience?
Some properties will consider candidates with strong server experience but no formal captain title, especially if you can point to moments where you directed a team or ran a shift in a lead capacity. Boutique hotels and independent restaurants are generally more flexible than large resort groups, which tend to require a previous captain or maître d' title on your resume before they'll move you to an interview.
What does the food and beverage captain interview process look like?
Most food and beverage captain interviews start with a phone or video screen focused on your service background, followed by an in-person interview with the food and beverage manager or director. Many properties include a practical component, asking you to walk through a service scenario, describe how you'd handle a guest complaint, or demonstrate table-setting and wine presentation knowledge before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to food and beverage captain jobs?
You can find and apply to food and beverage captain jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and venue type, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and location preferences.
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