Assistant Banquet Manager

				Overview:

The Assistant Banquet Manager will lead the banquets department and ensure that functions at the hotel are properly set up and executed. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to further their hospitality career and join a team of dynamic associates. 

Responsibilities:

* Maintain a balance between floor supervision, administration, associate training and mentoring, and communication with groups.
* Assist in overseeing the operation of the Banquet department.
* Determine set-ups in conjunction with Director of Catering.
* Coordinate functions with service staff, Chef and Head Steward.
* See that guest satisfaction is achieved through effective supervision and delegation of functions, checks on food quality and courteous performance of entire banquet staff.
* Food cost conscious, coordinate with the Stewarding Department on fast recovery of food leftover and minimizes waste.
* Brief waiters on functions and procedure of service, ensuring that all associates have the tools necessary to perform their jobs successfully.
* Establish high standards of quality service and maintains them through effective training and continuous upgrading.
* Assist in maintaining records, reports, closing reports and payroll costs.
* Inspect function rooms and writes work orders for the Engineering Department to maintain rooms in excellent condition.
* Remain conscious of business fluctuations, reacts either increasing of decreasing when volume of business fluctuates up or down.
* Responsible for controlling loss, breakages, especially as it relates to china, glass, silver and linen within the department.
* Maximize profits in the department through effective management techniques keeping in mind at all times guest satisfaction.
* Must stay updated on new food and wine trends. Sets the pace and a good example for a successful quality operation.
* Ensure that all associates are in appropriate uniforms and attire for their scheduled shifts.
* Prepare for and conduct departmental meetings.
* Use Synergy and Epitome Reports to effectively relay guest concerns to other departments.
* Assist with interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work of Banquet staff.
* Assist with evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining Banquet staff.
* Assist with forecasting weekly labor and scheduling, according to hotel occupancy and business levels.
* Assist with administering department payroll to ensure associates are paid correctly and on time.
* Champion the Omni / Power of Once culture.

Qualifications:

* Minimum 2 years of previous Banquet management/supervisory experience, preferably in hotel setting. Some college is also preferred.
* Exceptional people skills and leadership skills are required.
* Must be detail oriented and demonstrate the ability to perform professionally under high levels of stress.
* Ability to clearly and pleasantly communicate both verbally and in writing in English with guests, members, management and co-workers, both in person and by telephone.
* Must be able to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
* Must have and maintain Food Handlers and TIPS certifications.

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement 

If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.
			

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