Banquet Manager

Responsible for the management of all aspects of the Banquet Department functions in accordance with Hotel standards.  Direct implements and maintains a service and leadership philosophy which serves as a guide to respective staff to ensure guest satisfaction.  The Banquet Managers job is both colleague and guest focused. They must motivate and mentor their peers towards greater service delivery as well as champion the product offering from upkeep and quality of the furnishings and meeting room to the food and beverage quality. They must be pleasant conscientious and professionalwith excellent knowledge of service expectations Fairmont Service Essentials and standards. The Banquet Manager must also be able to operate effectively as part of a team communicate clearly and ensure smooth service operations and quality service.

• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies / service procedures / standards.
• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment.  Use equipment only as intended.
• Anticipate guests needs respond promptly and acknowledge all guests however busy and whatever time of day.
• Maintain positive guest relations at all times.
• Be familiar with all Hotel services / features and local attractions / activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately.
• Resolve guest complaints ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness sanitation and organization of assigned work areas.
• Maintain complete knowledge of :
• Manual system procedures.
• Daily housecount arrivals / departures VIPs.
• Scheduled in-house group activities locations and times.
• Correct maintenance and use of equipment.
• All department policies / service procedures.
• All liquor brands beers and non alcoholic selections available.
• All Banquet menu items preparation method / time ingredients sauces portion size garnishes presentation and prices.
• P.O.S. and manual system procedures.
• Strictly abide by state liquor regulations particularly those prohibiting service to minors intoxicated persons and drunk driving.
• Maintain complete knowledge of service requirements for each scheduled function :
• Detailed menu selections major ingredients appearance texture quality standards garnish and method of presentation.
• Particular characteristics / descriptions of wines / champagnes ordered.
• Prices of specified selections of cash functions.
• Groups names and background.
• Type of functions and expected attendance / guarantee numbers.
• Scheduled hours of service.
• Special requests / arrangements.
• Order of service traffic flow in room.
• VIPs.
• Payment arrangements.
• Maintain complete knowledge of strictly abide by state liquor regulations particularly those prohibiting service to minors intoxicated persons and drunk driving.
• Check storage areas for proper supplies organization and cleanliness.  Instruct designated personnel to rectify any cleanliness / organization deficiencies.
• Establish par levels for supplies and equipment.  Complete requisitions to replenish shortages or additional items needed for the anticipated business.
• Assign staff to transport linen / table skirting to the storage areas.
• Review sales for previous day and resolve discrepancies with Accounting.  Track revenue against budget.
• Retrieve and organize Banquet Event Orders (B.E.O.s) according to departmental standards.  Make note of changes as received from Catering and post function sheets for the next 7 days.
• Prepare weekly work schedules in accordance with staffing guidelines and labor forecasts.  Adjust schedules throughout the week to meet the business demands.
• Ensure that staffs report to work as scheduled.  Document any late or absent employees.
• Coordinate breaks for staff.
• Inspect the scheduled function areas / rooms for cleanliness working condition and proper furniture / equipment set up; rectify any deficiencies with respective departments.
• Monitor all work areas for compliance with State / City local health regulations and hotel Ecosure & LQA Audit requirements scoring a minimum of 85%; follow through on any violation.
• Meet with the Catering / Conference Services Managers Chef and Stewarding to review scheduled groups menu and guaranteed numbers and all equipment requirements.
• Ensure agreement of delivery times amounts and special arrangements.
• Prepare station assignments according to group requirements and Hotel standards.
• Assign side work to Servers in accordance with departmental procedures.  Communicate additions or changes to the assignments as they arise throughout the shift.
• Conduct pre-function meeting with Servers and Chef and review all information pertinent to set-up and service of group.

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Whats in it for you :

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Administrative Skills,Time Management,Leadership skills,Organizational Skill,Business Process Skill,Reservation Skills,Banqueting Skills,Banquet Operations,Communication,Relationship Management,Quality Management,Strategic Thinking Skills,Team Player Spirit,Marketing Skills,Problem Solving Skills

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1