Located in the heart of Seattle's downtown, the Fairmont Olympic Hotel is a historic landmark in the city. Be a part of history, providing service to our guests in an iconic and luxurious setting. We look forward to welcoming you to the historic Fairmont Olympic Hotel located in the heart of Seattle.

Join Our Team as a Casual Banquet Captain at Fairmont Olympic Hotel! Are you a natural leader with a passion for orchestrating exceptional banquets and events? Fairmont Olympic Hotel is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Banquet Captain to lead our banquet operations. If you have a strong background in banquet services, excellent organizational and leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering extraordinary guest experiences, we invite you to be part of our esteemed team!

What is in it for you:

• $20.50 per hour + tips.
• Employee travel program offering discounted rates in Fairmont's and Accor worldwide.
• Parking/Commuting Discounts.
• Paid meal breaks with complimentary meals served in our Staff Dining room.
• Learning programs through our Academies.
• 401K Retirement plans with a 4% match for all colleagues.
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• Fun, elegant atmosphere with amazing colleagues!

Key Responsibilities:

• Banquet Execution: Oversee all aspects of banquet and event execution, ensuring seamless service and top-tier guest experiences.
• Team Leadership: Lead and inspire the banquet team, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations to maintain a high-performing and motivated team.
• Client Interaction: Foster strong client relationships by understanding their event requirements, coordinating details, and ensuring their expectations are exceeded.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain the highest standards of service, presentation, and cleanliness, upholding the Fairmont brand's reputation for excellence.
• Event Coordination: Collaborate with event planners, chefs, and other departments to plan and coordinate successful events, from setup to breakdown.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards to create a safe and secure environment for guests and team members.

• Work Authorization: Must hold valid authorization to work in the USA.
• Certifications: Food Handers Card and MAST permit required.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field is preferred.
• Experience: Extensive experience in banquet operations, including a minimum of [number of years] years in a leadership role.
• Leadership Skills: Exceptional leadership and organizational abilities, with a proven ability to motivate and develop a team to achieve departmental and organizational goals.
• Customer Focus: A passion for providing exceptional guest service and a commitment to creating memorable banquet experiences.
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to work varying schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on event requirements.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All offers contingent on background check and E-Verify.

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