About this role
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR Continental is looking for standout Full-Time Beverage Captain who wants to be part of a team dedicated to outstanding customer service, the highest professional standards, and a commitment to delivering flawless quality. We’re especially looking for someone who thrives while collaborating, loves building relationships, and seeks open communication. A perfect culture fit would be someone willing to roll up their sleeves and be part of a polished team, delighting guests every meal, every day. WHO YOU ARE The Department at Hudson’s Beverage Captain is a valuable member of our team who: · Is an integral member of the Bar and Service team, with an elevated knowledge of all cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and beverage selections and consistently delivers · Acts as a brand ambassador embodying our core values and guiding principle · Is comfortable working in an event venue environment · Is interested in growing within a dynamic team · Is committed to excellence · Works best in a creative, collaborative environment Sound like you? Let’s chat. The Beverage Captain will be successful when: · The Department at Hudson’s private events are flawlessly executed, with high-quality libations and service throughout the event season. WHAT YOU’LL DO DAILY OPERATIONS · Lead bar set-up to ensure it is executed in a timely manner · Own product prep in advanced · Review and understand BEOs · Assisting with monthly inventory and consumption bar sheets · Monitor staffing levels · Lead by example for all bartenders in punctuality, appearance and work quality; including training · Participate in pre-shift meetings alongside event managers · Check proper amount of bar products and glassware are pulled per event · Create a welcoming and hospitable environment for all guests while anticipating their needs · Demonstrate expert knowledge of specialty, classic and signature cocktails (ingredients, specs, build), wine, beer, and beverage offerings · Maintain fluency in all menu items and ingredients with the ability to suggest beverage pairings · Monitor proper steps of service with the team throughout each event · Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar and prep areas; putting away product · Can communicate effectively with staff members and management during service · Report incidents and areas of opportunity to management · Additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership · Support special activations throughout other Hudson related outlets FINANCIAL IMPACT · Be a catalyst for continuous improvement · Monitor overpouring, waste and proper handling of bar products and glassware