Director of Banquets

Cherokee Town & Country Club • Atlanta, GA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Cherokee Town & Country Club is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Banquets to lead the vision, planning, and execution of all banquet operations. This role works closely with the Director of Food & Beverage to ensure exceptional service and memorable experiences for our members and guests. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who can build and inspire a cohesive, high-performing team while maintaining the highest standards of service through the delivery of the Cherokee Standard. This position plays a key role in driving operational excellence, team development, and overall department success.

Requirements

• Strong work ethic with a polished, professional demeanor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with strong time management and decision-making abilities
• Self-motivated, creative, and team-oriented
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a restaurant, hotel, resort, or private club environment
• Demonstrated success leading banquet or event service teams

Nice To Haves

• Experience with systems such as NorthStar and Delphi is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead the hiring, training, and supervision of all banquet staff
• Conduct weekly department meetings with the management team
• Review and audit closing reports for Front of House (FOH) and culinary teams, identifying successes and areas for improvement
• Oversee member billing following events and resolve discrepancies with the accounting department
• Manage inventory for service items including supplies, uniforms, and bar products
• Create and manage weekly staff schedules
• Attend Banquet Event Order (BEO) and Food & Beverage meetings
• Audit and approve departmental payroll
• Support and participate in annual employee performance reviews
• Develop and manage the department’s operating budget
• Assist with special projects and reporting as needed

Benefits

• A 401(k) plan; matching up to 5%.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Free meals while on duty.
• Free parking.
• Employee golf available on occasional Mondays.
• Employee recognition opportunities.
• Employee appreciation events.
• MARTA (public transportation) discount.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager