Front of House - Captain Server

Job Title : Front of House Captain

Location : Rock Nashville – Nashville, TN

Reports to : General Manager / Front of the House Lead

Type : Full-Time (Schedule based on event schedule)

Compensation : $23 per hour (adjustable based on experience)

Benefits : Health Insurance, Paid time off, Meal stipend

Position Summary

Studio 1 Catering is seeking a warm, attentive, and service-driven Front of House Captain to join our family-style catering team. Captains are the heartbeat of the guest experience—responsible for setting the tone of hospitality, ensuring meals are served with excellence, and creating an atmosphere where every guest feels welcomed and cared for.

Captains act as the on-floor service leads during events—bridging direction from the Manager on Duty to the front-line service team. They supervise servers, assign stations, and ensure that each phase of service flows on time and according to plan.

This role is more than carrying plates—it’s about teamwork, energy, and making every event seamless and memorable. You’ll work closely with the Manager on Duty, servers, chefs, and utility staff to set up, serve, and clean up dining areas while upholding the Studio 1 standard of service : Culture you can taste, Service you can feel.

Key Responsibilities

Event Setup & Execution

• Set up dining rooms, buffets, and service areas with attention to detail and presentation.
• Prepare tables, linens, serviceware, and guest spaces according to event specifications.
• Review event orders and floor plans before each service to confirm setup accuracy.
• Welcome guests with warmth and provide attentive, family-style service throughout the meal.
• Deliver food and beverage in coordination with back of house staff.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe environment before, during, and after events.

Guest Experience

Team Collaboration

Event Close & Cleanup

Qualifications

Culture & Expectations

At Studio 1, culture comes before titles, tasks, or résumés. We are a people-first, family-style catering company serving Nashville’s music and event community. Skills can be sharpened, but heart, attitude, and hospitality cannot—that’s why we hire for culture first.

We go the extra mile to create a welcoming environment for our clients and our team. That means jumping through hoops to get it right, staying flexible in the face of change, and treating everyone—from artists to teammates—with respect and warmth.

Every Studio 1 team member is expected to embody our values :

If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, love working with a close-knit team, and take pride in serving meals that make people feel cared for, Studio 1 is the place for you.