Banquet Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Detailed oriented.
• Ability to build relationships and develop a great rapport with employees.
• Knowledgeable in scheduling staff for all events, including pop-up functions.
• Familiar and able to train staff on fine dining service in a banquet event setting.
• Familiar with a union environment and its guidelines for scheduling.
• Must fully understand the operation of Club dining rooms, proper service for all occasions, and the duties of all employees within the department.
• Knowledge of etiquette must be current and complete.
• Self-motivated to ensure all tasks are completed and ability to work unsupervised during shift.
• Excellent coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to carry a tray elevated at shoulder level weighing an average of 35lbs (to a maximum of 10 dinners).
• Ability to push/pull equipment as needed.
• Physical ability to stand/walk for entire shift, as well as bend, twist, stoop, kneel, reach, climb.
• Ability to withstand various degrees of temperatures during shift.
• Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate effectively and professionally.
• Ability to actively listen to others and respond verbally in a professional and effective manner.
• Organizational skills with ability to understand the scheduling aspect of the job as well as contract binding agreements.
• Ability to adhere to a strict time schedule to replace call-offs and to adjust schedules to accommodate changes.
• Ability to learn Club rules regarding members and guest privileges while being courteous and tactful when enforcing them.
• Sufficient memory retention to recall members & guests names and preferences.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and executing banquet functions according to specifications, Club standards, and member requests.
• Working closely with managers in the food & beverage department and other Club departments (Kitchen, Front Desk, Housekeeping, etc.).
• Scheduling staff and strategizing daily staff placement.
• Overseeing staff members and ensuring Club policies and procedures are followed.
• Assisting in the recruitment and training of new employees.
• Assisting in other areas of catering and the club, including parties, beverage outlets, and a la carte dining rooms.
• Building rapport with employees and encouraging positivity.
• Attracting new staff and retaining existing staff.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Competitive monthly co-premium payroll deduction.
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Vision Insurance (provided at no cost to employees).
• Dental Insurance (provided at no cost to employees).
• Short-term Disability Insurance (provided at no cost to employees).
• Long-term Disability Insurance (provided at no cost to employees).
• Life Insurance (provided at no cost to employees).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 401(k) with annual fixed contribution and match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Partnership with a local gym for discounted memberships.
• Supplemental Insurance Packages through Colonial Life.
• Pet Insurance.
• Complimentary Employee Dining Room.