Banquet Captain

About Us

Where Canal Street meets Bourbon Street, the Astor Crowne Plaza New Orleans provides luxury accommodations amid the beating heart of the legendary French Quarter.

Discover a rich diversity of elegant comforts and conveniences, including free Wi-Fi, flat screen HD TVs, a sparkling outdoor seasonal swimming pool, an acclaimed on-site restaurant and state-of-the-art fitness facility.

Just outside, you'll enjoy a whirlwind of enchanting festivals, theater, music, cultural exhibits and culinary delights.

At the Astor Crowne Plaza, associates are family not just employees.

We offer complimentary uniforms, meals and 24/7 discounted downtown parking.

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Overview

Lead Banquet team in the serving of guests during banquet functions to ensure positive guest experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities


* Check server and house person Banquet Event Orders (BEO) to ensure that all information is accurate.


* Check room set-up to see that BEO directions are completely followed.

Ensure that all public areas are neat and clean.


* Make contact with group representatives.

Explain how to make contact if needed throughout function.


* Communicate all BEO changes to catering office and affected departments.


* Coordinate with banquet staff set-ups, changes, and time schedules for all functions.


* Operate as a banquet server; setting-up, greeting and serving the guest and breaking-down the function.


* Inspect banquet areas at end of function to ensure all equipment is returned to its proper area and all areas are clean.


* Recap all banquet checks at end of each day and turn in to Night Audit.


* Know the menu for each function served and be able to explain the major ingredients and preparation method for each item to be served.


* Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.


* Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:


* Hotel experience preferred.


* Superior communication skills to provide information and associated services to hotel management and guests.


* Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning.


* Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines.


* Effective verbal and...