Banquet Manager

Company: The Row Hotel at Assembly Row, Autograph Collectio
Location: Somerville
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

The Row Hotel Assemble Row, Autograph Collection has an exciting opportunity for Banquet Manager to join our award winning culinary team. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating, supervising and directing all banquet and event operations, while controlling costs and driving guest and associate satisfaction. The successful candidate will have solid food & beverage leadership experience, including banquet events and functions. This is a hands-on role, responsible for providing impactful leadership to the food & beverage team, driving exceptional guest service standards and satisfaction, as well as engaging with guests and working along side associates to continually maintain and improve overall food & beverage success. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee, coordinate, supervise and direct catered and non-catered functions Control food and beverage cost while driving guest satisfaction Work closely with sales teams and Hotel General Managers at assigned hotel Recruit, interview and hire food and beverage staff associates for assigned hotel Train and support all banquet associates and ensure performance in accordance with established hotel brand/Colwen standards Set departmental targets and objectives, work schedules and budgets Ensure sequence of service standards are met Strict adherence to all applicable food and beverage standards Develop menus with other members of food and beverage team Ongoing communication with staff through regular departmental meetings (document agenda and attendance) Pre shift meetings daily or as needed Ensure staff is up to date with information related to drinks, specials, wines, beers etc. Audit for efficient operation of bar and cost controls Monitor liquor sales and product mix Educate and maintain proper controls with bartenders Abide by all state, local and municipal laws and regulations pertaining to liquor and food safety Maintain proper inventory controls and order supplies Receive, check and document all food and beverage deliveries Perform accurate cash-out procedure at shift end Evaluate market trends and ideas for liquor specials and presentation Perform other duties as assigned Colwen Hotels offers a comprehensive rewards and compensation package for eligible associates that includes: Opportunities for advancement and career growth Warm and supportive work environment Competitive Wages Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Company-funded Health Reimbursement Account Flex Spending Account Voluntary Life Insurance Short Term and Long Term Disability 401(k) retirement plan with Employer Match after one year of employment Paid Time off Programs Holiday Pay Jury Duty Leave and Bereavement Leave Hotel Discounts Colwen Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. EOE M/F/D/V Requirements 2 years banquet, event or food and beverage management experience (hotel experience preferred) Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills Reliable with the ability to multi-task T.I.P.S. and ServSafe certification (within 30 days if certification is expired) Strong Leader of people Excellent verbal and written communications skills Familiar with common computer software programs, ability to operate POS system Must be willing to work rotational work schedule including nights, weekends and holidays Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Bonus/Commission: No

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