Hiring: Banquet Captain Company: The University of Texas at Austin Location: Austin, TX Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 10:33:52 Employment Type: Part-time Target Skills & Keywords : CV About the job Experience: •2 years of experience as a waiter in a dining establishment. •3 years of experience in catering services. •At least 2 years of experience as a waiter in a dining establishment. Required Skills: •Lead and instruct servers and staff for catered event(s). Assist catering management in hiring and training new and part-time staff members. Effectively communicate all service needs to staff members in a clear and organized fashion. Provide staffing needs and feedback on scheduling to catering manager as needed or requested. •Lead and oversee deliveries to all campus locations as required. Must verify the accuracy of all catering deliveries and resolve any issues. Must be able to operate various types of vehicles, including box trucks, golf carts, and delivery vans. •Maintain and organize all banquet storage areas effectively. Ensure they are stocked with any and all appropriate supplies necessary for food service functions. Clean and organize cooler and freezer space. Conduct weekly inventory. Be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel and food production software. •Follow all hazard analysis critical control point (HAACP) guidelines for safe handling and storage of food. Use ServSafe allergy training and act as the representative in the event of any food allergy inquiries. Maintain a high-level standard of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working. •Assist the culinary staff as needed when preparing for events which include basic back-of-the-house food prep duties such as but not limited to preparing salads and trays, cutting, chopping, and assembling food items. Qualifications: •High School Diploma or GED. •Able to operate standard equipment, tools and materials in serving food and in the care, cleaning and maintenance of this equipment. •Demonstrated capacity to complete and maintain Food Safety Training required by University Housing and Dining. •Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. •Degree in hospitality or similar field. •Time management and multitasking abilities. •Excellent interpersonal skills and professional demeanor. •Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!