Banquet Captain at The Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel

Sage Hospitality Group • Pittsburgh, PA • 12h ago

Why us?

When you are looking for a new job, you know in your heart you want to work where you belong. The Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel, managed by Sage Hospitality, may just be your ideal location. Together we create a friendly, supportive culture that is intriguing and refreshing to those who are seasoned in hospitality as well as those putting their toes in the water for the first time. Let us show you how it's done.

Enliven your senses by joining forces with this top-notch team. Take pride in providing fresh, local ingredients and inspired menu choices to our local and travelling guests in our Braddock's Rebellion Restaurant, StreetSide bar, Event Space and In-Room Dining. There are many moving pieces to the operation. With a passion for food, interaction and teamwork you could be the perfect fit. Could this be where you belong?

It is an exciting time for the hotel as we are undergoing a significant refresh. Would you like to be part of that journey? If so, this is where you belong!

Job Overview

Set-up, maintain and break down buffet for breakfast, lunch and/or dinner in a safe, accident-free manner. Assist the guests as needed to ensure that all foods are properly served.

Responsibilities

Read BEO and know how to complete a set-up.

Set tables in assigned area correctly and uniformly.

Keep station neat and clean while servicing guest per established policies and procedures.

Able to work flexible shifts to consist of mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekend and holidays.

Set tables in assigned area correctly and uniformly.

Keep station neat and clean while servicing guest per established policies and procedures.

Use proper in-room clearing and tray jacks.

Break down buffets or other special food service tables and equipment.

Assist Banquet Captain in setting up/breaking down buffet or other special food service tables and equipment.

Greet and serve guests following guidelines set by the policies/procedures regarding the service of food and beverage.

Keep kitchen area & all storage areas clean according to policies set forth by management.

Clearly and timely communicate needs and concerns to Banquet Captain and/or Manager/Director

Hours: Flexible; scheduled days and times may vary based on need.

Complete all set-up and closing duties. Set-up table according to procedures, with table cloth, skirting, food and utensils.

Maintain buffet table throughout the day, have all food items and utensils out on time and inform manager or hostess of any additional items needed on the table.

Assist guests; help serve as needed and respond to questions using suggestive selling techniques.

Clean off buffet table including putting all utensils, food and other items back in the appropriate place in the kitchen.

Polish up mirrored buspans and coffee urn on a daily basis and put back in dry storage. Perform sidework duties as needed.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

High school education or equivalent.

Experience

One to two years in a related position with this company or other organization(s).

Knowledge/Skills

Must have basic knowledge of customer service principles, food service function, and restaurant and kitchen operations.

Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Lifting trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc. 20 -40 lbs. Pushing carts, Queen Marys, hotbox, portable bar 50 -100 lbs.

Carrying trays, dish racks, glass racks, etc using both hands at 20 -40 lbs.

Must have manual coordination to punch buttons, grasp items in hand, and to balance and carry trays loaded with food and beverages.

Bending/kneeling: Ability to bend to lower level cabinets and lift trays.

Mobility: Maneuver in narrow areas and between seated guests. Continuous standing required to service guest functions; 100% of the time scheduled. Climbing approximately 12 steps 20% of 8 hours.

No driving required.

Must have moderate comprehension and literacy to read use records and all special requests.

Must have ability to perform multiple tasks at one time, must be able to follow verbal and written instruction, and be able to communicate.

Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to sound and sight details in crowded and noisy situations, particularly when handling multiple tasks.

Environment

Physically strenuous: prolonged standing, walking, lifting and carrying throughout entire shift in 95% indoor environment. Going in the freezer temperatures can be -10 degrees.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401(k) with 100% Employer Match

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Complimentary Employee Meals

Hotel Discounts (Both Marriott and Sage Portfolios)

Eligible for Referral Bonuses

Incentive Programs

Cell Phone Discounts

ID: 2026-30443

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Property : Renaissance Pittsburgh

Outlet: Hotel

Category: Banquets

Address : 107 6th St

City : Pittsburgh

State : Pennsylvania

EOE Protected Veterans/Disability

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