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Banquet Captain

La Fonda on the Plaza

100 E. San Francisco Street
Santa Fe, NM 87501

Hotel with 180 Rooms

Subsidized health and dental insurance, FSA, life insurance & LTD paid by La Fonda, complimentary employee meals, 401 K with 100% match up to 4.5% of salary. Subsidized onsite parking & partial cell phone reimbursement.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Banquet Captain to lead event service teams and ensure flawless execution of banquets, meetings, and special events. This role is responsible for supervising staff, coordinating service, and acting as the main on-site point of contact to deliver exceptiona
Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise banquet servers during events

  • Ensure room setups match Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)

  • Coordinate service timing with kitchen and bar teams

  • Greet clients and serve as the main contact during events

  • Train, coach, and support banquet staff

  • Handle guest concerns quickly and professionally

  • Complete post-event reports and communicate feedback to management

Qualifications

  • Prior banquet or hospitality leadership experience required

  • Strong communication and team leadership skills

  • Excellent organization and problem-solving abilities

  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for long periods

  • Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Posted February 1, 2026

La Fonda on the Plaza

Work for the best hotel in Santa Fe!

La Fonda on the Plaza, an independent hotelier, is occasionally seeking quality, dedicated people to join a great team. Located on the historic Santa Fe Plaza, La Fonda has a reputation as a great work environment and currently employs a very loyal staff. We offer full time employee benefits that include vacation, 401K, health and life insurance and an annual profit sharing bonus. We embrace all cultures, races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, perspectives, and ways of thinking. Our culture is one that empowers every individual to be his or her best, and such authentic connection inspires the way we care for each other and for our guests.

Our Hotel

Vibrant decor and authentic New Mexican architecture intermingle with indulgent amenities. Each of our 180 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites present an opportunity to experience the elegance of our property, boasting original artwork and hand-crafted furniture and luxury amenities.

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