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Get Access To All JobsLOCATION: College Station, Texas, United States of America
Job Type: Full time
Category: Food & Beverage
Job ID: R0065459
Compensation Range: $18.00 - $20.00
Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships.
At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.
Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.
ABOUT OUR PROPERTY:
Embark on a fulfilling career at the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center in College Station, Texas, proudly managed by Pyramid Global Hospitality, where the spirit of Aggieland meets unparalleled Howdy Hospitality. With 250 guest rooms, 23 flexible meeting rooms, and 35,000 sq ft of meeting space, our property hosts a variety of guests and events. Join today to enjoy a career focused on being the difference and creating memorable experiences for our guests and associates!
As a member of the Pyramid Global family, you'll enjoy comprehensive benefits including:
- 401k with a company match and immediate vesting after 90 days of service
- Access to multiple free wellness platforms such as SupportLinc and Ramsey SmartDollar for you and all members of your household
- Extensive training programs for hospitality and non-hospitality skillsets
- Pet insurance discounts
- Discounts at hundreds of properties nationwide in the Pyramid Global portfolio
ADDITIONAL FULL-TIME BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits like identity theft, legal assistance, and life insurance
- Tuition/education reimbursement eligibility after 12 months of service
WHAT YOU WILL HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO DO:
The Banquet Captain will supervise the banquet service team in preparing for and executing banquet functions at the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center.
CULTURE & CHARACTER:
All team members of the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center, a Pyramid Global Hospitality property, have the same fundamental responsibility: to take great pride in providing Howdy Hospitality to all guests while walking the Aggie Path of P.R.I.D.E. daily. Our jobs are not just to make a difference but to "Be the Difference" in the guest and fellow team member experience. All applicants should be of the highest character and hold themselves to the following Aggie Path of P.R.I.D.E. expectations:
-
Positivity: We wake up daily and choose to bring a positive perspective, find the good in all things, and create an environment others want to be part of. Each team member is hired to project genuine and sincere positivity daily.
-
Respect: We embrace and appreciate others and show consideration for their desires, interests, privacy, physical space, belongings, different viewpoints, philosophies, physical abilities, beliefs, and personalities. We choose to show respect, even when it is not given, not only to our guests but, more importantly, to each other.
-
Integrity: We consistently demonstrate and live by sound moral and ethical principles. We choose to do this not because someone is watching, but because it is the right thing to do.
-
Dedication: We are unyielding in our commitment to walking our path and dedication to “Being the Difference” in everything we do. We flex our proactive muscles in being more positive, respecting, and holding ourselves to an even higher commitment to integrity.
-
Excellence: We always strive to make today a little better than yesterday.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- $18 - $20/hr. plus percentage of gratuities
- Paid biweekly (every two weeks)
- Extensive health benefits paid time off, retirement, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts at hundreds of US and international properties.
SCHEDULE:
The hospitality industry is 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days of the year. All candidates must be available and are expected to work Texas A&M football game days, Ring Days, graduations, and other high occupancy times due to special events. We strive hard to manage and minimalize overtime, but it should and will be expected when business levels call for it.
- Full-time: 30-40 hours per week depending on level of business forecasted
- Days of week/weekend scheduled will vary depending on level of business forecasted.
- Shift options: Start times vary based on forecasted events.
- All candidates must be available and are expected to work Game Days, Ring Ceremonies, Graduation, Holidays and other high occupancy times due to special events.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Supervise and participate in the setup, preparation, service, and tear down of banquet functions
- Provide training to staff
- Making sure function starts on time with all the client needs and being able to respond to guest requests quickly
- Ensure all safety procedures are followed
- Conduct pre-event meetings
- Interact with guests, event coordinators, property conference managers, and other departments needed to successfully execute events
- Evaluate and provide corrective action to team members
- Fill out necessary paperwork for functions (order stewarding, chaffing dishes, tables and miscellaneous products)
- Assist in conducting pre-shift and huddle meetings informing the staff all necessary information about the event they are working
- Ensure high grooming and hygiene standards are met by all Banquet staff
- Assist the Banquet Manager to establish maintenance, repair, and cleaning schedules for all Banquet equipment
- Give the guest the best experience possible by going above and beyond
- Close all Banquet checks at the end of their function
- Help manage department service standards, POS station, schedules and labor/beverage costs
- Attend necessary meetings involving events such as BEO meetings
- Help maintain/updating BEOS/function sheets
- Check Banquet rooms, service, kitchen areas for cleanliness, proper setup
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Five years banquets or catering experience; Two years in a leadership role preferred
- Excellent customer service skills
- Exceptional knowledge and understanding of various banquet and food service techniques and standards; banquet bartending knowledge preferred
- Must be able to read and speak English
- Organized and efficient
- Basic computer skills
Compensation:
$18.00 - $20.00
Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.
LOCATION: College Station, Texas, United States of America
Job Type: Full time
Category: Food & Beverage
Job ID: R0065459
Compensation Range: $18.00 - $20.00
Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships.
At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.
Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.
ABOUT OUR PROPERTY:
Embark on a fulfilling career at the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center in College Station, Texas, proudly managed by Pyramid Global Hospitality, where the spirit of Aggieland meets unparalleled Howdy Hospitality. With 250 guest rooms, 23 flexible meeting rooms, and 35,000 sq ft of meeting space, our property hosts a variety of guests and events. Join today to enjoy a career focused on being the difference and creating memorable experiences for our guests and associates!
As a member of the Pyramid Global family, you'll enjoy comprehensive benefits including:
- 401k with a company match and immediate vesting after 90 days of service
- Access to multiple free wellness platforms such as SupportLinc and Ramsey SmartDollar for you and all members of your household
- Extensive training programs for hospitality and non-hospitality skillsets
- Pet insurance discounts
- Discounts at hundreds of properties nationwide in the Pyramid Global portfolio
ADDITIONAL FULL-TIME BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits like identity theft, legal assistance, and life insurance
- Tuition/education reimbursement eligibility after 12 months of service
WHAT YOU WILL HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO DO:
The Banquet Captain will supervise the banquet service team in preparing for and executing banquet functions at the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center.
CULTURE & CHARACTER:
All team members of the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center, a Pyramid Global Hospitality property, have the same fundamental responsibility: to take great pride in providing Howdy Hospitality to all guests while walking the Aggie Path of P.R.I.D.E. daily. Our jobs are not just to make a difference but to "Be the Difference" in the guest and fellow team member experience. All applicants should be of the highest character and hold themselves to the following Aggie Path of P.R.I.D.E. expectations:
-
Positivity: We wake up daily and choose to bring a positive perspective, find the good in all things, and create an environment others want to be part of. Each team member is hired to project genuine and sincere positivity daily.
-
Respect: We embrace and appreciate others and show consideration for their desires, interests, privacy, physical space, belongings, different viewpoints, philosophies, physical abilities, beliefs, and personalities. We choose to show respect, even when it is not given, not only to our guests but, more importantly, to each other.
-
Integrity: We consistently demonstrate and live by sound moral and ethical principles. We choose to do this not because someone is watching, but because it is the right thing to do.
-
Dedication: We are unyielding in our commitment to walking our path and dedication to “Being the Difference” in everything we do. We flex our proactive muscles in being more positive, respecting, and holding ourselves to an even higher commitment to integrity.
-
Excellence: We always strive to make today a little better than yesterday.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- $18 - $20/hr. plus percentage of gratuities
- Paid biweekly (every two weeks)
- Extensive health benefits paid time off, retirement, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts at hundreds of US and international properties.
SCHEDULE:
The hospitality industry is 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days of the year. All candidates must be available and are expected to work Texas A&M football game days, Ring Days, graduations, and other high occupancy times due to special events. We strive hard to manage and minimalize overtime, but it should and will be expected when business levels call for it.
- Full-time: 30-40 hours per week depending on level of business forecasted
- Days of week/weekend scheduled will vary depending on level of business forecasted.
- Shift options: Start times vary based on forecasted events.
- All candidates must be available and are expected to work Game Days, Ring Ceremonies, Graduation, Holidays and other high occupancy times due to special events.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Supervise and participate in the setup, preparation, service, and tear down of banquet functions
- Provide training to staff
- Making sure function starts on time with all the client needs and being able to respond to guest requests quickly
- Ensure all safety procedures are followed
- Conduct pre-event meetings
- Interact with guests, event coordinators, property conference managers, and other departments needed to successfully execute events
- Evaluate and provide corrective action to team members
- Fill out necessary paperwork for functions (order stewarding, chaffing dishes, tables and miscellaneous products)
- Assist in conducting pre-shift and huddle meetings informing the staff all necessary information about the event they are working
- Ensure high grooming and hygiene standards are met by all Banquet staff
- Assist the Banquet Manager to establish maintenance, repair, and cleaning schedules for all Banquet equipment
- Give the guest the best experience possible by going above and beyond
- Close all Banquet checks at the end of their function
- Help manage department service standards, POS station, schedules and labor/beverage costs
- Attend necessary meetings involving events such as BEO meetings
- Help maintain/updating BEOS/function sheets
- Check Banquet rooms, service, kitchen areas for cleanliness, proper setup
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Five years banquets or catering experience; Two years in a leadership role preferred
- Excellent customer service skills
- Exceptional knowledge and understanding of various banquet and food service techniques and standards; banquet bartending knowledge preferred
- Must be able to read and speak English
- Organized and efficient
- Basic computer skills
Compensation:
$18.00 - $20.00
Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Banquet Cook
Document your catering and banquet experience
Compile employment records, chef references, and any food handler certifications before applying. H-2B employers need to demonstrate the temporary nature of the role, and your prior banquet kitchen experience strengthens the employer's DOL filing.
Target resort and hotel groups with recurring H-2B filings
Large seasonal resorts and convention hotel groups file H-2B petitions every cycle rather than just occasionally. Prioritizing employers with an established sponsorship history means the labor certification and USCIS petition process is already familiar to their HR teams.
Search verified H-2B banquet cook openings on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters listings by verified H-2B sponsorship status, so you're not applying blindly to employers who haven't confirmed they'll file. Use it to find banquet cook roles at properties that have already secured or are actively pursuing DOL certification.
Apply well before the January and July cap deadlines
The 66,000 annual H-2B cap splits into two halves: 33,000 for October through March start dates and 33,000 for April through September. Banquet cook demand peaks around holidays, so employers in high-volume event markets exhaust their cap allocation quickly.
Confirm the employer has filed the labor certification with DOL
Before accepting any offer, ask whether the employer has already submitted or received certification from DOL through the Foreign Labor Application Gateway. An offer without a certified application in progress offers no guarantee of sponsorship.
Verify your employer is E-Verify enrolled before you arrive
H-2B workers must be authorized through E-Verify once on-site. Confirming your employer is actively enrolled before you travel avoids onboarding delays that can affect your first scheduled banquet shifts and your immigration record.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find banquet cook jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search banquet cook openings that include confirmed H-2B sponsorship. Standard job boards mix sponsored and non-sponsored listings without filtering, which wastes time. Migrate Mate surfaces employers actively filing or approved for H-2B labor certification, so you can focus on roles where sponsorship is already part of the offer.
How does the H-2B cap affect banquet cook hiring timelines?
The H-2B program allows 66,000 visas annually, split evenly between the two fiscal half-years. Banquet cook demand clusters around holiday event seasons, meaning employers in resort markets often reach their allocation within days of USCIS opening the filing window. Starting your search three to four months before your intended start date gives employers enough runway to complete the DOL labor certification and USCIS petition before cap numbers close.
What credentials do I need to qualify as an H-2B banquet cook?
H-2B does not require a formal culinary degree, but employers must demonstrate to DOL that the role is genuinely temporary and that no qualified U.S. workers are available. In practice, banquet cook applicants benefit from documented prior experience in high-volume kitchen environments, food safety certifications, and references from previous banquet or catering employers that confirm your role-specific skills.
Can I change banquet cook employers while on H-2B status?
H-2B status is employer-specific, meaning your authorization is tied to the petitioning employer named in the USCIS approval. Changing employers mid-season requires the new employer to file a separate H-2B petition and receive approval before you begin work. Gaps between employment are not permitted, so any employer transition must be planned carefully and coordinated with USCIS.