Banquet Manager
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About the Role
Responsible for planning and executing luxury events, managing teams, ensuring guest satisfaction, and maintaining financial and quality standards in banquet operations.
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Responsibilities
- Manage day to day operations of the banquet department
- Ensure all events are executed according to banquet event orders and guest specifications
- Coordinate with Sales, Culinary, Stewarding, Housekeeping, Engineering, Front Office, and Security for flawless event delivery
- Conduct pre event briefings and post event evaluations
- Deliver personalized, anticipatory service to exceed guest expectations
- Recruit, train, coach, and supervise banquet staff
- Manage departmental payroll and labor productivity
- Control banquet operating expenses and monitor inventory
- Ensure compliance with brand standards, Forbes Travel Guide standards, and HACCP
Requirements
- Experience in banquet or event management in luxury hospitality
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Knowledge of luxury service standards and Forbes Travel Guide standards
- Financial management skills including budgeting and cost control
- Ability to coordinate with multiple departments
- Knowledge of HACCP and health/safety regulations
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Position Summary
- The Banquet Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all banquet, conference, wedding, and special event operations while maintaining the highest standards of luxury hospitality. This role ensures seamless event execution, exceptional guest satisfaction, and efficient managem
Operational Management
- Manage the day to day operations of the banquet department.
- Ensure all events are executed according to banquet event orders (BEOs) and guest specifications.
- Coordinate with Sales, Culinary, Stewarding, Housekeeping, Engineering, Front Office, and Security to ensure flawless event delivery.
- Conduct pre event briefings and post event evaluations with the banquet team.
- Monitor event setup, service, and breakdown to ensure compliance with luxury service standards.
- Resolve guest concerns promptly and professionally, ensuring complete guest satisfaction.
Guest Experience
- Deliver personalized, anticipatory service that exceeds guest expectations.
- Welcome event hosts and VIP guests, ensuring all requirements are fulfilled.
- Maintain impeccable grooming, etiquette, and professionalism among banquet staff.
- Ensure all banquet venues are maintained in pristine condition before, during, and after events.
Team Leadership
- Recruit, train, coach, and supervise banquet supervisors, captains, servers, and casual staff.
- Prepare staff schedules based on business levels while controlling labor costs.
- Conduct performance evaluations and identify training and development opportunities.
- Foster a positive, motivated, and high performing team culture.
Financial Management
- Manage departmental payroll and labor productivity.
- Control banquet operating expenses while maintaining quality standards.
- Monitor inventory of banquet equipment, linen, china, glassware, and silverware.
- Support revenue generation through upselling and efficient resource utilization.
- Assist in preparing annual budgets and departmental forecasts.
Quality Assurance
- Ensure compliance with brand standards, Forbes Travel Guide standards, and hotel operating procedures.
- Monitor cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety practices in accordance with HACCP requirements.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and fire regulations.
- Conduct regular inspections of banquet facilities and equipment.
Communication & Planning
- Attend daily operations meetings and event planning meetings.
- Review banquet event orders for accuracy and communicate updates to relevant departments.
- Coordinate room setup changes and last minute guest requests effectively.
- Maintain clear communication with event organizers before, during, and after functions.
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Ensure all banquet operations comply with local legislation and company policies.
- Promote a safe working environment by following occupational health and safety procedures.
- Report maintenance issues and safety hazards immediately.
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