Banquet Manager

WHO YOU ARE

You are ambitious, outgoing, and have a knack for providing unobtrusive and elegant service. You are happiest when your day is filled with human interaction and providing unforgettable moments for others.

You have a passion for serving, and you love to share the experience of outstanding food and beverage. You have 1-2 years previous banquet supervisory experience at an upscale or luxury hotel.

WHAT YOU DO

You are a skilled professional who supports and manages events, venues, directs the banquet staff, pre-plans the events to ensure consumer satisfaction.

In addition to these duties you act as a link between the client and the staff to interpret the goals clearly to carry out their respective duties.

You will be the warm and knowledgeable ambassador of the hotel, welcoming guests into the event space and providing exceptional service throughout the dining experience.

Executing events with great sensitivity to timing and environmental cues are your main responsibility. You will lead a team to success though leadership and training in a supportive, energetic

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of the Banquet Department with a focus on cost control and exceptional guest service

• Oversees all aspects of a banquet or event including set-up serving and cleanup
• Hires, trains, coaches, and reviews banquet staff.
• Approach all encounters with guests internal and external in a friendly manner
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming
• Prepare schedules for Banquet employees
• Prepare payroll & tip distribution for the Banquet department
• Assist as necessary in the setup service and breakdown of banquet functions
• Coordinate all banquet related food and beverage requirements with the appropriate department(s)
• Keep kitchen informed of accurate counts for plating
• Recruit, hire, train and evaluate all Banquet Team
• Review menu / service with Catering Manager
• Maintain up to date details on banquet functions and communicate the banquet team
• Respond to guests' requests as needed
• Prepare banquet checks obtain guest signatures and inform client of payment procedures at the completion of all assigned functions
• Prepare a liquor requisition for banquet bars
• Responsible for safety and cleanliness of service area
• Attend Weekly Food & Beverage Meeting to ensure proper communication between departments
• Attend BEO meetings
• Maintain a professional working relationship and promote open lines of communication with managers employees and other departments
• Ensure that pre-meal meetings are conducted for all functions
• Submit order of all supplies for approval and maintain inventory levels

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of two year of food and beverage / hospitality leadership experience required
• Banquet or event experience required
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• Able to utilize payroll systems, and transferrable knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing and other computer-based programs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Physical Requirements

• Long hours sometimes required, including nights and weekends.
• Medium work-Exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, and / or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to stand for long hours at a time.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.*

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