Event Captain

Webster Groves, MO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Event Captain OO Hospitality Group

Join Our Team!

At OO Hospitality we take pride in delivering unparalleled hospitality experiences in our versatile private events venue and dining rooms. Our team is dedicated to providing top-tier service seamless event execution and memorable moments for our guests.

We are currently seeking Event Captains to join our team. This is a part-time position with the potential for full-time hours ideal for hospitality professionals with strong leadership skills attention to detail and a passion for event execution.

If you thrive in a fast-paced service-oriented environment and enjoy leading a team to create flawless events wed love to hear from you!

What Youll Do:

Oversee the day-of execution for full-service catered events ensuring smooth operation and guest satisfaction.
Collaborate with the Event Sales and Culinary teams to prepare for events following all instructions including menus set-up lists BEOs contracts and room diagrams.
Act as the primary point of contact for clients vendors and venue staff on event days.
Lead pre-shift meetings with event staff to ensure clear communication of event details and service expectations.
Supervise service staff including servers bartenders and support staff ensuring professionalism and adherence to hospitality standards.
Manage the timing of services speeches meals and entertainment to maintain a seamless event flow.
Proactively handle last-minute adjustments troubleshoot issues and ensure client satisfaction.
Conduct post-event wrap-ups including staff debriefs service reports and sidework assignments.
Ensure venue cleanliness organization and proper closure of events.
Maintain adherence to safety sanitation and security protocols.

What Youll Bring:

Proven experience in staff management within a hospitality catering or events setting.
Experience with venue-based or off-premises catering is a plus.
Strong understanding of event setups catering procedures and guest service expectations.
Knowledge of food beverage and event logistics (including wine beer and spirits).
Ability to lead and motivate a team while maintaining a professional and service-driven atmosphere.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing circumstances in real time.
Excellent communication and organizational skills to manage multiple moving parts during an event.
Technical skills: Microsoft Office Toast POS Tripleseat and Canva preferred.
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Certifications (Preferred but not required):

SMART Certification
Food Safety & Sanitation Certification

Why Youll Love It Here:

Competitive Pay Hourly rate starting at $25 based on experience.
Flexible Scheduling Evenings and weekends required with potential for full-time hours.
Career Growth Opportunities for advancement in a growing hospitality group.
Team-Oriented Culture Work alongside hospitality professionals who are passionate about what they do.
Exclusive Discounts Enjoy perks at all OO Hospitality Group locations.

Work Environment:

Requires prolonged standing bending lifting and maneuvering throughout event venues.
Must be able to work in fast-paced high-energy settings with varying temperatures and stress levels.
Heavy customer interaction and problem-solving required.
Availability on nights and weekends is essential.

Ready to Join Us

If you are passionate about event service and hospitality and want to be part of a supportive professional team wed love to meet you!

To Apply: Submit your resume and a brief note about why youre excited to join the OO Hospitality team.

Online Applicants: Please submit your resume in PDF format.
Questions Contact Manager Heather Newman or Julia in Human Resources.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace.

Required Experience:

Manager

Event Captain OO Hospitality GroupJoin Our Team!At OO Hospitality we take pride in delivering unparalleled hospitality experiences in our versatile private events venue and dining rooms. Our team is dedicated to providing top-tier service seamless event execution and memorable moments for our guest...