Diligent Banquet Captain applying many years of creating quality dining and event experiences. Highly skilled in assessing client needs and utilizing resourceful attitude and strong network to surmount obstacles and create seamlessly executed events.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2005
2005
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Banquet Captain
Sodexo live convention center
New Orleans
06.2023 - 08.2025
My job is to overseas the staff and making sure that we put out services on time and making sure the client is happy to bring in new client and cringing in new business
Supervised banquet staff to ensure seamless event execution.
Coordinated setup and breakdown of event spaces according to client specifications.
Managed service flow during events to enhance guest experience.
Trained new team members on service standards and protocols.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to synchronize meal service with events.
Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for dining supplies as needed.
Communicated with clients to confirm details and resolve any issues promptly.
Assisted in developing training materials for banquet service procedures.
Organized banquet staff to ensure efficient service of guests.
Supervised the set-up of buffets, ensuring quality presentation of all dishes.
Conducted pre-shift meetings with staff to review daily events, tasks, and expectations.
Responded quickly to any unexpected changes or issues that arose during an event.
Provided guidance and direction to banquet staff regarding setup, meal service, clean-up.
Maintained inventory of banquet equipment such as china, flatware, glassware.
Collaborated closely with catering managers on upcoming events and their needs.
Trained new employees on proper sanitation practices, customer service etiquette.
Inspected banquet areas before each event to ensure they met standards of cleanliness.
Developed highly effective wait staff and kitchen personnel through continuous mentoring and consistent training sessions.
Ensured compliance with alcohol policies by monitoring consumption at events.
Education
John F Kennedy
New Orleans, La
Skills
Also been a Uber and Lyft driver for many years insuring the safety of others and making them a priority
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