Event Captain

Vitria on the Square located on 15th Avenue and High St. in Columbus, Ohio is searching for an Event Captain to join our team!

The Event Captain assists the Catering Events Manager in overseeing event staff and coordinating event functions to ensure that the groups are completely satisfied.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assists in conducting training of event staff in proper set up, serving and clean up procedures.
• Holds pre-staff meetings with event staff to review the specific needs of each group including service procedures, set-up, menus, order of service, and special request.
• May assist in scheduling and assigning duties to event staff.
• Ensures all set up and closing duties are completed as assigned; performs set up and closing duties as needed.
• Coordinates the timing of each course to correspond with the dining pace of the guests; performs all Event Server duties as needed.
• Prepares for events by organizing and gathering equipment.

Physical Requirements:

These physical demands represent the physical requirements necessary for an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position.

• Requires lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Position requires standing during entire shift

Qualifications, Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic reading, and writing skills
• At least two years of experience in catering or fine dining
• Attention to detail
• Adaptability
• Communication skills
• Leadership Qualities
• Guest-centric Mentality
• Organizational skills

Our attractive compensation package for full time associates includes medical, dental, vision, life, 401k with match, STD/LTD, vacation, PTO, dining and travel discounts, special offers from our business partners, and discount programs for selected cell phone providers.

Vitria on the Square is managed by Columbus Hospitality Management, a company committed to providing quality service and memorable guest experiences in a positive and welcoming work environment. We are focused on supporting the needs of our team through our commitment to the family/work life balance and by providing development opportunities.