Banquet Manager

Sun Peaks Grand Hotel and Conference Centre
- Management
- Full Time
- Permanent
- 1280 Alpine Road
- Assessible Employer: Yes
- Open to International applicants with valid Canadian Work permits: Yes

Posted on April 20, 2023

Role Proposition:
Accountabilities:
Exceptional ability to plan and execute multiple banquets, manage budgets, and meet deadlines.
Ensure financial requirements are met for each event, including accurate billing, and posting of all charges at an appropriate time
Supervising banquet venue staff
Ability to collaborate with the Sales Department and Culinary Team
Determining the number of table waitpersons and servers required
Planning the venue layout according to the number of guests and the type of event
Supervising the placement of tables, chairs, cutlery, plates, glasses, table linens, centerpieces, heating lamps, serving utensils, and carving stations
Overseeing the seating of guests, the serving of meals and beverages, and the clearing of tables
Managing the availability of liquor and soft drinks, when required
Preparing work schedules and completing documentation promptly
Answering guests’ questions and accommodating special requests

**Responsibilities & Qualifications**:
7 years of experience in Banquet or full-service food service operations
A minimum of 3 years of recent supervisory or management experience in Banquets
Proven experience effectively training, coaching, and supervising teams
Extensive knowledge of food, beverages, and wines
Able to take the extra effort to learn alongside your employees, to roll up your sleeves and take on tasks you usually wouldn’t consider tackling, given your title
Able to communicate and coordinate effectively with all departments
Able to work flexible schedules, including weekends and evenings
Proficiency in catering management software, specifically Opera and Simphony
Exceptional ability to plan banquets, manage budgets, and meet deadlines
Extensive knowledge of catering equipment and venue requirements
In-depth knowledge of hospitality industry best practices
Ability to collaborate with the Sales Department and the Culinary Team.
Extensive knowledge of catering equipment and venue requirements
In-depth knowledge of hospitality industry best practices
Experience in supervising banquet venue staff
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Accredited Certificate or Diploma in Catering, Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or similar
Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality and Culinary Arts is considered an asset

**Other Perks/Benefits**: