Banquet Manager
Harper Associates•East Lansing, MI
•Onsite
About The Position
This is a hands-on hospitality leadership role for someone who thrives in fast-paced food & beverage operations and delivers exceptional guest experience in high-volume event environments. The position oversees the execution of large-scale events, conferences, weddings, and corporate functions across the Kellogg Hotel & Center and Michigan State University venues, including Breslin Center and Munn Ice Arena. It is an opportunity for Spartan athletics fans to be totally immersed in the MSU sports atmosphere.
Requirements
- 1–3+ years of experience in banquet operations, catering services, or event management
- Background in hospitality management, hotel operations, or upscale catering environments
- Strong leadership experience managing teams in high-volume, customer-facing operations
- Knowledge of food safety, beverage service standards, and hospitality compliance
- Proven ability in event coordination, vendor management, and guest service delivery
- Strong communication, organizational, and guest experience management skills
Nice To Haves
- 3–5+ years in hotel banquet or catering management
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and revenue management
- Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) or similar hospitality certification
- Chauffer’s license for driving catering trucks (must be willing to obtain if you don't already have it)
Responsibilities
- Lead event execution for banquets, catering services, conferences, weddings, and social events
- Coordinate event logistics, including room setup, vendor management, audiovisual coordination, and service timing
- Partner with culinary and food & beverage operations teams to ensure seamless service delivery and high-quality presentation
- Oversee banquet operations, staffing, and labor scheduling for efficient event execution
- Manage event budgets, forecasting, inventory, and cost control to support revenue and operational goals
- Ensure accurate event billing, reporting, and financial reconciliation
- Hire, train, and supervise banquet staff, servers, and setup teams, supporting ongoing performance management and development
- Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations, ensuring a safe and professional environment
- Act as on-site leader for event coordination, troubleshooting, and real-time problem solving
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health Benefits
- Exceptional Retirement Package
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement plan with 5% employee contribution and 10% employer match
- Generous PTO including vacation, holidays, sick time, and winter break
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
