Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Sarah Weisshaar

Grand Junction,CO

Summary

Diligent Banquet Captain ready leverage 30 years of superior industry performance. Well-versed in exceeding client expectations while delivering quality event experiences within timeline and space constraints.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Banquet Captain

Sun Valley Resort
2024.05 - Current
  • Coordinated staff of 3-20 employees for events for up to 700 guests
  • Often Co-Captained
  • Created list of equipment to collect, tasks to be completed and a timeline of the event
  • Coordinated the collection, transportation and set up of all needed banquet equipment per BEO
  • Coordinated the passing of apps, beverages, running of buffet food and constant bussing and beverage refill.
  • Coordinated the break down, clean up and transportation of all banquet equipment
  • Liaised with venue management to monitor logistics and timelines.

Banquet Captain

Gateway Canyons Resort & Spa
2021.05 - 2023.11
  • Coordinate staff of 3-10 people for events of up to 130 guests
  • Set up tables, chairs, bars and all other equipment prior to event along with staff
  • Assigned tasks and created timeline to meet all event requirements and instructions per BEO
  • Transported and set buffet food to one of five event venues
  • Supervised staff efforts to pass various apps and drinks, replenish food buffet, constantly bus tables and refill beverages and meet any other guest needs
  • Coordinate the clean up and break down of completed events


Server/Bartender

Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas
2019.03 - 2021.05
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.

Education

GED -

Central High School
Grand Junction

Skills

  • Staff Leadership
  • Team member development
  • Guest Relations
  • Venue coordination
  • Team Management
  • Banquet Setup
  • Time Management

Certification

* Current TIPS

* Current ServSaf

* Paylocity Cyber bullying, Sexual Harassment and Human Trafficking courses

Timeline

Banquet Captain

Sun Valley Resort
2024.05 - Current

Banquet Captain

Gateway Canyons Resort & Spa
2021.05 - 2023.11

Server/Bartender

Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas
2019.03 - 2021.05

GED -

Central High School

* Current TIPS

* Current ServSaf

* Paylocity Cyber bullying, Sexual Harassment and Human Trafficking courses

Sarah Weisshaar