Captain Banquet

Hotel Brand: Holiday Inn
Location: United States, Tennessee, Nashville

Hotel: Nashville-Vanderbilt (Dwtn) (BNAVB), 2613 West End Ave, 37203

Job number: 123671



In Nashville, TN you will find a variety of attractions and the Holiday Inn® Nashville-Vanderbilt puts you in the center of them all. Discover all that West End Nashville has to offer at this convenient, full-service hotel.

Corporate travelers arriving at Nashville International Airport (BNA) are just 12 miles from our hotel. You will enjoy clean and comfortable lodging that will help you stay productive on the road. Free Internet, a 24-hour Business Center and flexible meeting spaces are sure to accommodate business needs for individuals and groups. We provide free shuttle service within three miles of the hotel, including the Music City Center, downtown Nashville, and Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital.

This modern and cozy facility is just minutes away from major shopping, dining, and entertainment districts. Our location puts you near Vanderbilt University and is walking distance of Dudley Field, Centennial Park, and the famed Parthenon. Visit the art venues along the famous Music Row, check out a concert at Bridgestone Arena or watch the Tennessee Titans play at the Nissan Field.

The InterContinental Hotel Group owns, operates and franchises more than 9,000 hotels, 120 million stays per year in nearly 100 countries. Our people lie at the heart of our business - and by bringing your expertise and passion to IHG; you will help us to achieve our goal of creating Great Hotels Guest Love.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up, serve and/or break down of banquet functions. Assign work and monitor the performance of scheduled banquet staff. Provide training and corrective instructions. Alert management of potentially serious issues.
• Work closely with kitchen staff to communicate speed of service, client numbers, and special requests. Greet guests upon arrival. Respond to guest requests and/or complaints in a prompt and professional manner. May review guest check with client after function and obtain signature.
• Participate in pre-function meetings and review all information pertinent to service and set up of group.
• Inspect scheduled function areas/rooms, table set-ups, buffet tables, receptions and coffee breaks for cleanliness, attractiveness, and proper layout.
• Follow procedures to (1) ensure the security and proper storage of banquet inventory and equipment, (2) ensure the security of monies, credit, and financial transactions, (3) check storage areas for proper supplies, organization, and cleanliness, and (4) to minimize misuse and breakage of china, glassware, linen, and supplies and to ensure that no re-useable goods are wasted.
• May handle incoming/outgoing boxes and exhibit materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Basic reading, writing, and math skills, and one year experience in banquet service or set-up.

This job requires the ability to perform the following:

• Handling, carrying, or lifting items weighing up to 75 pounds (tables, chairs, trays, bus tubs)
• Moving about the function areas
• Bending, stooping, kneeling

Other:

• Communication skills are utilized for a significant amount of time when interacting with guests and leading others.
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often with banquet event orders, guest checks, and giving and receiving instructions.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
• Basic math skills are utilized in the proper set-up of function space and/or communication of guest checks.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

Travel is a journey. We help make it a joy. 

Starting with a warm, inviting welcome for all guests, whether traveling on business or for fun, enjoying a quick night, or relaxing for the week. At Holiday Inn®️ we thrive on making our guests stays brighter, helping them create memories that will last a lifetime. Irresistible smiles are our specialty. We should know, we’ve been on our journey since 1952. So if you can help us spread the joy of travel to all, we’d love to give you a warm welcome to the Holiday Inn®️ family.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.