Event Captain - Off Premise

Proof of the Pudding has spent the past four decades providing innovative menus, services, design expertise and event experiences to clients throughout Atlanta and beyond.

As a preferred caterer to over 50 venues in and around Atlanta, our Off-Premise team spearheads event innovations and culinary experiences to a range of events from weddings, holiday parties, corporate retreats, and social gatherings.

We are seeking Event Captains to help facilitate off-premise events and to provide Front of House leadership on-site at events.

This position will report to our corporate office in West Midtown and will travel to events throughout the Atlanta Metro area and beyond.

The position will report to the Operations Manager and HR department.

• Ensure the setting of tables/buffets are accurate according to diagram and/or sample table.
• Managing time effectively to ensure all BEO items are completed prior to service times.
• Delegating tasks to team members based on their positions and talents.
• Managing the team that is scheduled to run each event.
• Responsible for setting buffet stations which may include décor, linens, and china.
• Responsible for unloading/loading off-premise event trucks safely and effectively.
• Ensure the client is communicated with and checked in on throughout the event.
• Serve and clear food and beverage quietly, professionally, and quickly, using proper serving and clearing techniques.
• Keep work area clean, and coordinate actions with the banquet team members, and all other members of the front and back of the house to ensure flawless customer service.
• Maintain good grooming and personal hygiene.
• Adhere to food safety best practices and policies.
• Hands-on involvement in events includes a variety of physical tasks, such as the lifting of heavy objects, handling food and alcohol, loading serving carts and trays, stocking supplies, and garbage removal.
• Reporting to the Operations Manager and performing any tasks assigned in order to execute a flawless event.

Performs other related duties as required.