Banquet & Catering Manager

The Banquet & Catering Manager oversees the operation of all food and beverage processes, from planning to execution, and directly oversees Banquet & Event operations. This is a senior Food & Beverage department head level job, overseeing the department and supporting all around F&B aspects.

What You Will Do

The role will be responsible for coordinating the activities of the food and beverage staff to deliver quality products and service to all guests, with direct oversight of all banquet operations. This includes planning, organizing, coordinating, and controlling operational banquet functions.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of F&B Management experience, with Event operations and multi-outlet experience, or at least 5 years Banquet management experience. They will be able to interpret financial and operational data into an operational plan and communicate effectively with the public and other employees.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or minimum 7 years’ experience in food and beverage management
• College level reasoning, math, computer, and language skills
• Ability to interpret financial and operational data into operational plan
• Ability to interpret Event orders, and execute banquet operations according to the needs
• Computer skills – able to prepare presentations, utilize Excel and Words, MS Office skills
• Time management skills – able to manage priorities and flexible
• Ability to manage according to employment laws of jurisdiction
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees
• Ability to plan ahead, execute, and manage Banquet and Catering functions, and is hands on involved
• Read, write, and speak English fluently. Bi-lingual helpful but not mandatory
• Ability to efficiently work with multiple leaders, event managers, F&B, Culinary, Housekeeping, Engineering, Rooms across to provide efficient resolutions and efficiency
• Ability to train employees in alcohol intervention, food handling, and sanitation
• Ability to hold trainings and conduct briefings for large groups with accountability
• Food/Beverage Licenses/ Permits and Certifications as required by STATE and organization
• Negotiation skills