Banquet Captain

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Demiya Bahri

demiya.bahri@gmail.com | (412) 635-7189 | Jackson, MS

Summary


I am a banquet captain with over three years of experience in the industry. I have worked at both small and large scale events, and have gained a wealth of knowledge in event planning and execution. I am extremely organized and thrive under pressure, making me an ideal candidate for any event coordinator position. My goal is always to ensure that each guest has an enjoyable and memorable experience.

Experience


Banquet Captain at Blue Diamond Resorts, MSApr 2022 - Present

  • Led a team of 10 servers and 4 bartenders for a holiday banquet with 200 guests.
  • Successfully managed guest requests and special dietary needs while keeping the buffet line moving smoothly.
  • Trained new staff on proper serving techniques, table etiquette, and wine service.
  • Consistently received positive feedback from customers regarding outstanding food quality and polite service.
  • Monitored dining room to ensure all guests were satisfied with their experience and that tables were properly cleared in a timely manner.
  • Acted as liaison between catering staff and event planner to execute successful events within budget constraints.

Assistant Banquet Captain at Hilton Hotels & Resorts, MSJul 2019 - Mar 2022

  • Led a team of 15 servers during an event for 500 guests.
  • Successfully executed all food and drink orders in a timely manner.
  • Monitored banquet hall to ensure that it met cleanliness standards.
  • Acted as liaison between catering staff and client to ensure their satisfaction.
  • Coordinated set-up and break-down of Banquet Hall with other members of the events staff.
  • Assisted Head Banquet Captain with various tasks as needed.

Education


High School Diploma at Jackson State University, MSSep 2014 - May 2019

I've learned how to effectively communicate with others, how to manage my time wisely, and how to think critically.

Skills


  • Food and beverage service
  • Event planning
  • Catering coordination
  • Guest relations
  • Supervisory experience
  • Inventory management
  • Budgeting

Armonee Pardy

armonee.pardy@gmail.com | (916) 045-0033 | Wichita, KS

Summary


I am a Banquet Captain with over 3 years of experience in the hospitality industry. I have worked extensively with clients to ensure that their events are executed flawlessly. I possess excellent organizational skills and thrive in fast-paced environments. My attention to detail ensures that all aspects of an event are accounted for, from start to finish. Above all, I pride myself on being able to provide exceptional customer service and create memorable experiences for guests.

Experience


Banquet Captain at Hy-Vee, KSMar 2022 - Present

  • Led a team of 15 servers and 4 bartenders for a banquet of 300 people.
  • Successfully managed food and beverage requests, as well as guest allergies.
  • Kept the buffet line moving smoothly throughout the event.
  • Monitored alcohol consumption to ensure guests were not over-served.
  • Trained new staff on proper serving techniques and table etiquette.
  • Worked closely with catering manager to coordinate timing of courses and service.

Assistant Banquet Captain at Dillons, KSSep 2019 - Jan 2022

  • Trained and supervised a team of 15 banquet servers for successful execution of events with up to 500 guests.
  • Led pre-event briefings and post-event debriefings with event staff to ensure smooth communication and coordination before, during, and after each event.
  • Monitored guest satisfaction throughout events and took corrective action as necessary to maintain high standards of service.
  • Managed inventory of banquet supplies including linens, china, glassware, flatware, service equipment, etc.
  • And ensured that all items were properly cleaned & stored following each event.
  • Worked closely with Banquet Manager & Chef de Cuisine to develop menus & floor plans that met the needs.
  • Of clients while maximizing profitability for the hotel.

Education


High School Diploma at Shawnee Mission East High School, KSAug 2015 - May 2019

I have learned to read, write, and do math at a high school level.

Skills


  • Food Preparation
  • Food Safety
  • Serving food and drinks
  • Event management
  • Cleaning and setting up banquet halls
  • Interacting with customers
  • Dealing with customer complaints