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Director of Banquets

United States, San Francisco Employment contract 100000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted May 30, 2026
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Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco overlooks Yerba Buena Gardens and is located just steps away from the City's Financial District, Union Square shopping, the Moscone Convention Center, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Contemporary Jewish Museum, amid the city's finest cultural and dining venues. We are actively searching for an experienced and energetic individual to become Director of Banquets of Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco who will lead and oversee operations of our banquets.

Job Responsibility

  • Select, train, evaluate, lead, motivate, coach, and discipline all employees, supervisors and assistant managers in the Hotel’s Banquet Department
  • Ensure established cultural and core standards are met
  • Long-range strategic planning for outlet operation
  • Be visible in the operation, provide recognition, promote good public relations, and handle complaints, concerns or special requests for guests, clients, and group contacts
  • Coordinate set-up requirements for hotel and off-site functions according to the banquet event order
  • Communicate directly with group contacts, Catering Managers, and Conference Services Managers to ensure all details of the function are carried out
  • Ensure quality and timeliness of all food items, as well as provide knowledge of wine and spirits
  • Work closely with the Assistant Director of Food & Beverage or Director of Food & Beverage, Executive Chef, and Director of Catering to design an effective menu and wine list while ensuring excellent product quality at a fair price
  • Attend regular operational meetings to ensure effective coordination and cooperation between departments
  • Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory and cash control
  • Observe physical condition of facilities and equipment in the banquet area and make recommendations for corrections and improvements
  • Follow all Safety and Sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
  • Responsible service of alcohol, according to local ordinance

Requirements

  • Minimum of three years of management experience in a high volume, luxury environment
  • Department Head experience is preferred
  • Knowledge of POS systems required
  • Micros Symphony knowledge preferred
  • Degree in food service, hospitality, or similar preferred
  • Ability to quickly and positively establish rapport
  • Above average communication skills - both written and oral
  • Current Four Seasons employees, candidates with additional language skills and those with prior experience in a luxury hotel/environment will receive priority consideration

Nice to have

  • Department Head experience
  • Micros Symphony knowledge
  • Degree in food service, hospitality, or similar
  • Additional language skills
  • Prior experience in a luxury hotel/environment

What we offer

  • Annual Incentive Program
  • Health Insurance - Medical, Dental & Vision
  • Company Match 401K Plan
  • Complimentary stays at Four Seasons Worldwide
  • Complimentary meals in our Employee Café
  • Laundered Employee Uniform
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Investment in your Wellbeing
  • Life Insurance
  • Complimentary on-site parking
  • Growth & Development opportunities
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