Assistant Banquet Manager

• Support the Banquet Manager in overseeing all banquet operations and ensuring exceptional event execution
• Supervise banquet staff, including servers, bartenders, and break attendants
• manage scheduling, training, payroll and performance evaluations
• Act as decision-maker in the Banquet Manager's absence
• Ensure event setups align with Event Orders and coordinate with sales and culinary teams for seamless service
• Oversee social and corporate events across 40,000+ sq. ft. of event space
• Manage financial responsibilities for $4M+ in food sales and $500K in beverage sales
• Collaborate with Food & Beverage leadership to plan and execute large-scale events (e.g., Easter and Mother's Day brunches serving 1,000+ guests)
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations
• Assist with budgeting, menu feedback, inventory control, and marketing initiatives
• Serve as primary contact for social gatherings and ensure guest satisfaction by addressing inquiries and resolving issues
• Prepare staffing and sales reports
• maintain accurate financial records
• Recommend operational improvements and equipment upgrades to enhance service quality
• Perform Manager on Duty shifts and host events from start to finish

• 2+ years of Banquet Management experience strongly preferred
• Experience working in a hotel and free-standing experience
• Computer proficient with tools such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Proven ability to learn new systems as needed for payroll and scheduling needs
• Strong customer service skills
• Effective communication abilities to engage effectively with supervisors and customers both written and verbal
• Proven leadership skills
• Experience creating weekly schedules for the team
• Managerial experience to resolve guest/employee issues
• Strong organizational abilities and effective time management, capable of task prioritization in a fast-paced setting
• Understanding of cost controls and cash handling
• Physical ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds as part of regular job duties
• Strong attention to detail
• High School Diploma or GED
• Tips and SERV Safe Certified preferred

Tips and SERV Safe Certified preferred

• Incentive plan
• Generous health and well-being programs
• 401(k) and pension plan
• Career development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work
• Time off allowances
• Free meals
• Marriott employee discount at participating hotels with successful completion of ongoing trainings