Events Manager

EXCHANGE HOTELS MANAGEMENT•Fort Worth, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Events Manager is responsible for overseeing banquet room setups and the operation of Stockyards Station beer booths and grill areas. Ensures event spaces, equipment, and concession outlets are properly prepared, staffed, stocked, and maintained for daily operations and special events. This role involves direct leadership of banquet staff and requires flexibility to work in various environments and schedules.

Requirements

Minimum 2-3 years of banquet, catering, event, hospitality, or food & beverage leadership experience.
Experience leading or supporting shifts in a high-volume environment.
Experience reading, interpreting, and executing Banquet Event Orders (BEOs).
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.
Ability to problem-solve in real time and manage multiple priorities.
Strong knowledge of banquet operations, event execution, and guest service standards.
Flexible schedule — must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Previous banquet management experience in a hotel, resort, event venue, or hospitality environment.
Experience managing high-volume events and multiple functions simultaneously.
Knowledge of food and beverage operations and event service standards.
Experience supporting hiring, training, and performance management processes.

Responsibilities

Oversee the setup and breakdown of meeting rooms and event spaces.
Ensure event spaces are set accurately according to BEOs and operational requirements.
Manage daily operations of beer booths and grill locations.
Ensure beer booths and grill areas are properly stocked and prepared for service.
Coordinate staffing and assignments for setup and concession operations.
Maintain organization and proper storage of banquet equipment, tables, chairs, and supplies.
Monitor cleanliness, presentation, safety, and operational standards in assigned areas.
Communicate equipment, inventory, maintenance, and staffing needs to banquet leadership.
Assist with large events, outdoor activations, and high-volume Stockyards operations.
Train and direct team members responsible for event setup and concession operations.
Provides direct leadership and oversight of Banquet Captains, Banquet Servers, Banquet Bartenders, and Banquet Housepersons during assigned events.
Assists with staffing, scheduling, coaching, and performance management of banquet team members.
Reinforces service standards, policies, procedures, and operational expectations.