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Banquet Manager

Banquet Manager

Metairie Country ClubMetairie, LA, US
26 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

POSITION AVAILABLE

Banquets & Catering Manager

ABOUT US

Metairie Country Club is known for delivering exceptional service and creating memorable member experiences. We are seeking an experienced Banquets & Catering Manager to assist in leading our banquet operations to ensure flawless execution of all private functions and Club member events.

JOB SUMMARY

The Banquet Manager oversees all aspects of banquet service — from planning and staffing to execution and follow-up. This role requires strong leadership, a passion for hospitality, and the ability to create seamless, personalized experiences for our members and guests.

JOB TASKS (Duties)

  • Handles member event requests, feedback, and concerns with professionalism and promptness.
  • Oversees Banquet Captain to help direct, train, and motivate banquet staff to deliver high-level service.
  • Effectively communicates expectations and service goals to the banquet staff.
  • Works closely with culinary team to ensure consistency and quality standards.
  • Maintains an inventory of all banquet service ware, equipment and supplies to meet required needs.
  • Ensures compliance with health, safety, and club policies.
  • Reviews floor plans for events to ensure rooms are set properly before guest arrival.
  • Conducts pre-function meetings with banquet team to maintain the club’s service standards.
  • Ensures all banquet staff are well groomed and in proper uniform.
  • Greets and interacts with event host to ensure all needs are met.
  • Assists in recruiting, training, scheduling, and supervising all banquet staff.
  • Creates event contracts (banquet event orders) and floor plans.
  • Attends weekly meetings to review event banquet orders with club food & beverage management team.
  • Other administrative and clerical duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

  • 2 years professional work experience; hospitality, hotel / restaurant, banquet experience required (hospitality internship or service industry employment may substitute)
  • Strong knowledge of hospitality; banquet knowledge preferred
  • Professional appearance, positive attitude, and a passion for hospitality
  • Flexibility, ability to work extended or irregular hours to include nights, weekends and holidays as business dictates

    • ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Proven ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management; ability to participate in team environment concepts
  • Self-starter who can work independently; work on several tasks / projects simultaneously
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Initiative in identifying and resolving problems timely and effectively

    • BENEFITS OFFERED

  • Parking
  • Meals
  • Direct Deposit
  • Referral Program
  • Holiday Party
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Short Term Insurance
  • Cancer Insurance
  • Sick Days ( After six months of full-time employment )
  • Holiday Pay ( After 30 days of full-time employment )
  • Vacation Days ( After one full year of full-time employment )
  • 401K w / matching

    • Metairie Country Club is an equal opportunity employer. Applications will not be used for limiting or excluding any applicant from consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in the application and / or interview process should notify a representative of the organization.

    Job Type : Full-time

    Experience :

  • Banquets : 2 years (Required)
  • Food and Beverage : 2 years (Required)
  • Hospitality : 2 years (Required)

    • Education :

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)
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