F&B Captain (Banquet Operations)

Role summary

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The F&B Captain supports banquet operations by supervising service staff, coordinating room setup, welcoming guests, taking orders, and ensuring food and beverage service meets Le Méridien and Marriott standards. Candidates should have relevant hotel or restaurant experience, strong knowledge of banquet service, good communication skills, and the ability to lead a team during busy events. A professional appearance, customer-focused attitude, flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays, and practical knowledge of hygiene and safety procedures are expected. Experience with hotel events, weddings, conferences, and point-of-sale systems is advantageous. Fluency in English is generally required; additional languages and Malaysian hospitality experience are beneficial.

About the employer

Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur is an upscale city hotel located near KL Sentral, one of Kuala Lumpur’s main transport and business hubs. It is part of Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts, a Marriott International brand known for European-inspired design, contemporary dining, social spaces, and a creative approach to travel. The hotel serves business travellers, leisure guests, groups, conferences, weddings, and large banquets. As a Marriott property, it generally follows international operating, guest-service, training, and career-development standards. Employees may benefit from structured learning, hotel discounts, and opportunities to progress within Marriott’s global network, subject to local terms and eligibility. Its food and beverage department supports restaurants, bars, banquets, room service, and event catering, making it a suitable environment for hospitality professionals seeking experience in a busy full-service hotel.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers strong opportunities in hotels, restaurants, resorts, events, tourism, and marine activities, especially in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Sabah, and Sarawak. Hospitality work is concentrated in major cities and island destinations such as Langkawi, Penang, Redang, Perhentian, and Tioman. The culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Indigenous influences; respect for religious customs, modest dress, and courteous communication are important. Kuala Lumpur provides convenient transport, shopping, international food, and urban living, while island locations offer a slower, outdoor-focused lifestyle. Employers normally arrange or support work authorization for foreign employees, but a valid employment pass or work permit is required before starting work. Requirements vary by nationality and position, so confirm details with the employer and Malaysian authorities. Relocation costs, housing, medical insurance, and transport should be discussed before accepting an offer. English is widely used in hotels.