Banquet Manager - Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines

Hilton•San Diego, CA

1d•$80,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines is looking for their next Banquet Manager to join the team! Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines is a coastal retreat with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean from the hotel's balconies and patios. Explore the beauty of Torrey Pines State Reserve nearby, with a walking trailhead to Torrey Pines State Beach one mile away. Join a team where your ambition and dedication are valued! We're looking for a goal-driven professional who envisions a lasting career with us.

Requirements

A minimum of 2 years' experience within a hotel Banquet department as a supervisor or manager
3+ years of experience in hospitality, specifically in food and beverage. Hotel banquet experience is strongly preferred.
Proven experience in a high-volume hotel banquet department, with a track record of executing events for up to 1000 guests within a meeting space of at least 20,000 sq ft.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite programs (Word, Excel) and the ability to read and create spreadsheets
Previous experience with payroll, scheduling, inventory management, and managing labor and food cost
Ability to work varied shifts including nights, weekends and holidays. Must have open availability!

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a banquet captain or banquet server is a plus!

Responsibilities

Manage daily Banquet functions to include, but not limited to, planning, organizing and executing breakfasts, coffee breaks, luncheons, dinners, cocktail receptions, galas, etc.
Oversee the set-up of function rooms to include, but not limited to, the placement of linens, silver, glassware and chinaware according to event specifications and a full inspection
Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision, scheduling, conducting counselling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward
Recruit, interview and train team members
Communicate function specifications, procedures and changes with affected departments including, but not limited to, the Food and Beverage, Event Services, Property Operations, Audio Visual and Housekeeping
Oversee the break down of the function room and ensure proper storage of equipment
Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards

Benefits

Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay
Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
Mental Health Resources
Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
Go Hilton travel discount program
Supportive parental leave
Matching 401(k)
Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
Debt-free education: Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates and more)
Career growth and development
Team Member Resource Groups
Recognition and rewards programs