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We currently have an opportunity for an Off site / In site Banqueting Manager to join our iconic Four Seasons Hotel Milano in Italy! Reporting to the Assistant Director of F&B, you will be responsible for leading the banquet team and coordinating all aspects of on-site and off-site events.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the banquet team and coordinate all aspects of on-site and off-site events
Respond to inquiries from the event/catering team and actively solicit action plans with the intention of confirming profitable catering business and achieving Monthly Production Goals
Uncover clients’ implied needs and wishes and create highly customized proposals accordingly
Manage, coordinate, and execute group assignments
Monitor guest room blocks, meeting space, food and beverage and special concessions
Effectively communicate to all departments the necessary information to successfully execute the group’s needs while maintaining a good client relationship
Participate in weekly, Operations Meeting, Banquet Event Order (BEO) Meeting and any other required meetings relevant to the role
Promote, sell and service to assigned market in defined geographic region or vertical segment
Assist in all the operating and administrative tasks
Entertain event tastemakers on a regular basis
Ensure successful execution of group and client satisfaction
Finalize the requirements of confirmed bookings while maximizing revenue potential through up selling and ensuring effective communication both written (Resumes, BEO, Daily Reports) and personal contact with all departments for the success of the event
Ensure accuracy of Banquet Checks and provide bill review on completion of events
Keep Director of Catering promptly and fully informed of all potential challenges or unusual matters so prompt corrective action can be taken where appropriate
Supervise the execution of banquet events
Review all function space with banquet manager and when required head house attendant
Ensure satisfaction of clients throughout and at the outset of all events
Respond according to the crisis management plan to any hotel emergency or safety situation
Assist in the preparation of reports as required by the DOC
Keep informed as to the daily hotel activities
Type all daily catering correspondence in order of priority
Ensure all information regarding each group is sent to the proper department on schedule to facilitate the proper handling of the group
Review all banquet event orders and daily and weekly banquet sheets to ensure accuracy in content as well as spelling
Provide a friendly and professional service that always exceeds guests’ expectations
Understand and adhere to the hotel's rules and regulations and in particular, the policies and procedures relating to Fire, Hygiene, Health and Safety
Undertake other duties and responsibilities which, while outside the normal routine, are within the overall scope of the position
Report for duty punctually wearing professional attire
Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene and adhere to the hotel and department personal appearance standards
Comply with Four Seasons standards while working harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and leaders at all levels
Comply with Four Seasons’ Work Rules and Standards of Conduct
Requirements:
Food service experience in luxury hotels and/or stand-alone bar, restaurants
Attention to detail
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
Ability to multi-task with excellent organizational skills
Be a team player
Bring personal touch and energy to guest experiences
Possess the legal right to work in Italy
Fluency in English and Italian
Nice to have:
A special talent and passion for ensuring you and your team deliver the highest of standards consistently and ensuring exceptional service and attention to our guests
Shares our passion for excellence and who delights in the magic of curating special experiences and memories for our guests
What we offer:
Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
Excellent Training and Development opportunities
Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
Meals available at our Employee Restaurant
Employee Experience initiatives: from annual themed employee party to many ESG events throughout the year
Employee Recognition Programs
Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential