Assistant Banquet Manager

3 weeks ago

Duluth, United States PROOF OF THE PUDDING Full time
Job Details

Level
Management

Job Location
Gas South Arena - Duluth, GA

Remote Type
N/A

Position Type
Full Time

Education Level
Not Specified

Salary Range
$25.00 - $25.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage
Up to 25%

Job Shift
Any

Job Category
Restaurant - Food Service

Description

Proof of the Pudding provides food and beverage services using the freshest ingredients available. Offering fine-quality concessions and catering for meetings, exhibit hall booths, conventions, and special events. Gas South Convention Center includes a 9,800 sq. ft. state-of-the-art space.

We are seeking an energetic, well-organized, and seasoned Assistant Banquet Manager to provide our customers with a first-class banquet experience. The Assistant Banquet Manager will work closely with the Sales and Culinary team to obtain event information, expectations, and details to effectively run a Front of House team to achieve event success.

Gas South Districts proximity to the Gwinnett area makes it a convenient and demanding location for executive conferences, weddings, and high-profile events. As one of Georgia's busiest convention centers, every day brings new opportunities to create, design, and execute memorable events for a variety of guests.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
  • Assist in the supervision of all events and banquets
  • Ensure all areas are client ready considering their cleanliness, organization, and appearance.
  • Work with the Banquet Manager to hire and train a well-qualified staff.
  • Assist with the day-to-day duties and monitoring of staff and banquet operations.
  • Direct and motivate banquet team and ensure a good environment of teamwork and employee satisfaction.
  • Must be able to manage employees and the floor while maintaining Proof of the Pudding standards and hold all staff accountable.
  • Assist with vendor contracts, ordering levels, inventory and process billing for all departmental supplies, linen, beverage, and small wares
  • Implement controls for labor and operating expenses as directed.
  • Position may require irregular work schedules at various times and the performance of work assignments that may not be directly related to these job specifications
  • Help oversee equipment distribution, inventory tracking, organization and clean up of events.
  • Be a managerial presence at a variety of events.

Performs other related duties as needed.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 1+ years of experience in related position, knowledge of banquets and Front of House duties
  • Must live near Duluth, GA 30097
  • Basic computer knowledge, including Windows and Microsoft Office, & BEO Software
  • Knowledge of or readiness to learn applicable laws and regulations, which impact food and beverage operations and service.

Specialized Skills:
  • Excellent listening and communication skills.
  • Renowned time management and organization skills.
  • Strong Customer Service skills with the desire to go above and beyond a client's needs.
  • The ability to work alone and as a team.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to learn and adapt quickly.
  • Willing to drive a CMV is a plus.

Work Environment

This position will break down into mainly event attendance and preparation with some light office work. Office work includes sitting at a desk, communicating via email, phone, in person, and attending meetings. Event attendance consists of navigating through the indoor event space, leading a team, event preparation and set up, attending walk throughs, client meetings, and event execution including breakdown. This position will office out of and mainly stay within the Gas South District Convention Center, but may travel to other venues within the Gas South Region where events may include outdoor settings.

Physical Demands:
  • Prolonged periods of standing, moving through an event space, and traveling from venue to venue.
  • Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items.
  • Ability to perform physical tasks, such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 40 lbs.

Core Value and Competency Requirements
  • Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships. Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
  • Dedication - Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion. Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks. Demonstrate a win-win attitude: "see it, own it, solve it."
  • Ethics and Integrity - Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company's culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
  • Safety & Security - Observe safety and security standards. Use equipment and materials properly. Comply with safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements. Report potential unsafe conditions or practices to appropriate person immediately. Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness, and security compliance at all times.
  • Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently, and timely.
  • Communication - Communicate clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers, supervisors, and guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard.
  • Initiative - Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency. Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
  • Adaptability & Planning - Possess the ability to learn new tasks and adjusts well to new situations. Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly.
  • Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.

Position Benefits:
  • This is considered a full-time hourly role with a starting rate of $25/hour.
  • Benefits include health insurance, dental, vision, life, 401k, short & long term disability, HSA, daily lunches in office

Proof of the Pudding and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.

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