Banquet Manager

2 weeks ago

Chicago, United States voco Chicago DowntownHoliday Inn Chicago Dwtn - Wolf Point Full time
What’s in it for you…
  • Insurance enrollment available from DAY 1
  • Paid time off available from DAY 1
  • Holiday pay available from DAY 1
  • 401(k) enrollment after 30 days
  • Hotel and travel discounts at worldwide destinations
  • Professional development and promotion opportunities
The impact you’ll make…

The Banquet Manager is responsible for the successful operation of the banquets department. Ensures all banquet activities are carried out professionally and to standard while maximizing profitability. Manages, motivates, and empowers associates. Serves as the banquet department liaison to all other hotel departments. Must demonstrate excellent leadership, communication and team building skills with associates, peers and across departments.

What you’ll be doing…

  • Manage banquet service operations to achieve customer satisfaction, quality service, and compliance with policy and procedure while meeting/exceeding financial goals.

  • Responsible for long and short-term planning and day-to-day operations of the banquet department

  • Recommend policy and procedural changes.

  • Implement and monitor the departmental budget and manages expenses within the given budget constraints.

  • Analyze BEO's, communicate effectively with customers, managers and associates to ensure that all room set-ups, equipment, supplies, staffing, and menus meet/exceed customer's expectations.

  • Review all schedules, equipment, supplies, and organize workflow to ensure a quality event to customers on a daily basis.

  • Monitor and control banquet budget and coordinate with even budgets to maximize revenue and minimize expenses while providing quality quest service.

  • Implement company programs and resolve daily, operational problems through consistent monitoring of banquet operations to ensure compliance with safety and security regulations and to ensure optimal level of service, quality and hospitality.

  • Supervise banquet staff to retain and motivate associates; train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, provide performance reviews, resolve problems, provide open communication vehicles, recommend discipline, as appropriate.

  • Participate in all special projects, task forces, and committees as requested.

  • Other duties as assigned

You should be able to…

  • Lift, push, pull, and carry tables, chairs, boxes (50 lb. maximum) occasionally.

  • Service clients on a moment’s notice, variable distances, 100%.

  • Continuously standing:  function observation, client site inspections 

Requirements…

  • Knowledge of computer accounting programs, math skills as well as budgetary analysis capabilities required.

  • Strong administrative skills, to include business writing, mathematics for basic accounting and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

  • Some college and/or advanced training in food operations.

  • Prior hotel and supervisory experience preferred. Culinary Arts training, a plus.

About First Hospitality…

Founded in 1985 and based in Chicago, First Hospitality is a forward-thinking hotel development, investment, and management company.  First Hospitality’s strategic vision is to create value for all through excellence and an openness to doing things differently.

First Hospitality seeks to attract and retain a high-performing and diverse workforce in which employee’s differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the customers we serve.  FH fosters an inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility, and fairness.  Equal Opportunity Employer.

Source: Hospitality Online

  • Banquet Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States voco Chicago DowntownHoliday Inn Chicago Dwtn - Wolf Point Full time

    What's in it for you...Insurance enrollment available from DAY 1Paid time off available from DAY 1Holiday pay available from DAY 1401(k) enrollment after 30 daysHotel and travel discounts at worldwide destinationsProfessional development and promotion opportunitiesThe impact you'll make...The Banquet Manager is responsible for the successful operation of the...

  • Banquet Sous Chef

    1 week ago

    Chicago, United States East Bank Club Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionEast Bank Club, an upscale and prestigious fitness, sports, and dining facility in Chicago, is seeking a skilled Banquet Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. As the Banquet Sous Chef, you will assist the Executive Chef in overseeing the culinary operations for our banquet events. You will be responsible for ensuring the...

  • Banquet Chef

    15 hours ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States FAIRMONT Full time

    Job Description Banquet Chef Are you ready to take your culinary skills to a world-class platform? Take your career to a whole new level with us and join our kitchen team. We are looking for a dynamic chef with a comprehensive working knowledge of kitchens to join our team with a goal of providing a fun atmosphere with in a busy and vibrant environment and...

  • Banquet Server

    4 hours ago

    Chicago, United States TheWit Hotel Full time

    **JOB DESCRIPTION**: Deliver brilliant guest service each day, each night and every time in-between by championing our 6 Xs Hotter Service Philosophy. Creates a welcoming, playful and thoughtful service environment. Services guests in a professional and courteous manner at all banquet functions. Sets up and tears down banquet equipment, china, glassware,...

  • Banquet Captain

    3 weeks ago

    Chicago, IL 60290, United States Davidson Hospitality Group Full time

    Davidson Hospitality Group - 8606 [Kitchen Manager / Catering Supervisor] As a Banquet Captain at Davidson Hospitality Group, you'll: Lead and supervise banquet staff during events; Ensure proper setup and execution of banquet functions; Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of food and beverage service; Maintain inventory of banquet...

  • Banquets Server

    3 weeks ago

    Chicago, United States The St. Regis Chicago Full time

    Additional Information On Call Banquet ServerJob Number 24065406Job Category Food and Beverage & CulinaryLocation The St. Regis Chicago, 401 East Upper Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States VIEW ON MAPSchedule Part-TimeLocated Remotely? NRelocation? NPosition Type Non-ManagementPosition SummaryPrepare coffee breaks, carts, and stations with...

  • Banquets Server

    3 weeks ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States The St. Regis Chicago Full time

    Additional Information On Call Banquet ServerJob Number Job Category Food and Beverage & CulinaryLocation The St. Regis Chicago, 401 East Upper Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States VIEW ON MAPSchedule Part-TimeLocated Remotely? NRelocation? NPosition Type Non-ManagementPosition SummaryPrepare coffee breaks, carts, and stations with appropriate food...

  • Sales Manager

    6 days ago

    Chicago, United States Swissotel Full time

    Job Description WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: You are competitive and a natural people person, passionate about selling incredible experiences. You love networking and especially the thrill of exceeding goals. Reporting to the Director, Group Sales, the Sales Manager is responsible for driving both new and repeat business at the hotel. Responsible for...

  • Guest Service Manager>

    2 weeks ago

    Chicago, United States Schulte Companies Full time

    Schulte Companies - 200 N Green St [Front Desk Agent / Concierge] As a Guest Service Representative at Schulte Companies, you'll: Welcome guests and provide exceptional service at the front desk; Manage reservations and ensure accurate billing; Maintain cleanliness and organization of guest rooms; Prepare and serve food and beverages in the restaurant;...

  • Event Sales Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Chicago, United States Pinstripes, Inc Full time

    Pinstripes is an entertainment venue featuring a bistro with exceptional Italian/American cuisine and wine; full-service bowling lanes and bocce courts; a year-round outdoor patio and fire pit; and event space/party rooms accommodating 20-600 people (weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, anniversaries and more!)Pinstripes is a community venue,...

  • Event Sales Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Pinstripes, Inc Full time

    Pinstripes is an entertainment venue featuring a bistro with exceptional Italian/American cuisine and wine; full-service bowling lanes and bocce courts; a year-round outdoor patio and fire pit; and event space/party rooms accommodating people (weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, anniversaries and more)Pinstripes is a community venue, offering a...

  • Food & Beverage Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Chicago, United States Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North Full time

    The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for the F&B operations and Banquets. This leader should also have a strong background in food and beverage fundamentals and multi departmental oversight with at least three years’ management experience. Schedule flexibility is a must, as this leader will support all shifts of the food and beverage operation. POS...

  • Sales Manager

    1 week ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States SWISSOTEL Full time

    Job Description WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: You are competitive and a natural people person, passionate about selling incredible experiences. You love networking and especially the thrill of exceeding goals. Reporting to the Director, Group Sales, the Sales Manager is responsible for driving both new and repeat business at the hotel. Responsible for...

  • Sales Manager

    1 week ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States SWISSOTEL Full time

    Job Description WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: You are competitive and a natural people person, passionate about selling incredible experiences. You love networking and especially the thrill of exceeding goals. Reporting to the Director, Group Sales, the Sales Manager is responsible for driving both new and repeat business at the hotel. Responsible for...

  • Food & Beverage Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North Full time

    The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for the F&B operations and Banquets. This leader should also have a strong background in food and beverage fundamentals and multi departmental oversight with at least three years' management experience. Schedule flexibility is a must, as this leader will support all shifts of the food and beverage operation. POS...

  • Hotel Careers – Rooms Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Hilton Full time

    Job Description:The Rooms Manager Oversees key guest contact departments and team members. Directs the activities of key guest contact departments and provides instruction to team members. Oversees rooms' related systems that directly impact the guest, to ensure proper procedures are in place and followed which allow for an outstanding guest...

  • Hilton Hotel Careers

    2 weeks ago

    Chicago, United States Hilton Full time

    Job Description: The Rooms Manager Oversees key guest contact departments and team members. Directs the activities of key guest contact departments and provides instruction to team members. Oversees rooms’ related systems that directly impact the guest, to ensure proper procedures are in place and followed which allow for an outstanding guest...

  • Assistant F&B Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Chicago, United States Sonesta International Hotels Full time

    Job Description Summary Functions as the assistant to the manager in leading and managing the property's food and beverage operations, including Restaurants/Bars and Banquets. The position helps ensure that the food and beverage operation meet the brand's target customer needs and ensures employee satisfaction; also helps implement property-wide strategies...

  • Banquets Houseperson

    3 weeks ago

    Chicago, United States The St. Regis Chicago Full time

    Job Number 24065405Job Category Food and Beverage & CulinaryLocation The St. Regis Chicago, 401 East Upper Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States VIEW ON MAPSchedule Part-TimeLocated Remotely? NRelocation? NPosition Type Non-ManagementPosition SummaryComplete final breakdown of function, by cleaning the room, and cleaning and returning equipment to...

  • Banquets Steward

    3 weeks ago

    Chicago, United States W Chicago - City Center Full time

    Job Number 24063834Job Category Food and Beverage & CulinaryLocation W Chicago - City Center, 172 West Adams Street, Chicago, Illinois, United States VIEW ON MAPSchedule Full-TimeLocated Remotely? NRelocation? NPosition Type Non-ManagementPosition SummaryComplete final breakdown of function, by cleaning the room, and cleaning and returning equipment to its...