Banquet & Events Manager, Food & Beverage Manager

Job Title: Banquet & Events Manager

Reports to: Food & Beverage Director, Food & Beverage Service Director

Supervises: Clients, Events Coordinators, Banquet Supervisors, and Banquet Support Staff

Classification: Exempt

Core Competencies and Expectations:

• Promote the Club's dining facilities for private events, business meetings, social gatherings, and all member activities.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute all banquets and Club events.
• Foster and maintain professional relationships with members and guests.
• Identify and act on opportunities to enhance revenue and satisfaction across event services.
• Conduct regular team meetings to ensure alignment with Club goals and maintain effective communication with all departments.

Job Summary:

Responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all banquet services, Club holidays, and events. This role includes developing contracts and sales, managing day-to-day operations, and ensuring that all administrative and operational aspects of event management are carried out to exceed members' and guests' expectations.

Essential Functions:

Leadership:

• Lead and manage all banquet and event staff to ensure the highest standards of service are met.
• Fosters a positive and collaborative environment, encouraging teamwork and professional growth while promoting a positive culture.

Operations:

• Promote and market the Club's event facilities for private functions, meetings, events, weddings, and social gatherings.
• Assist members and clients in planning events, banquets, luncheons, weddings, meetings, dances, and other social occasions.
• Work with the Food and Beverage Director, Service Director, and Executive Chef to determine menu options, pricing, and event details.
• Oversee contract development and pre-event planning; ensure up-to-date menu offerings.
• Coordinate all event logistics, including communication with service, production, and housekeeping teams.
• Supervise event setups and breakdowns, ensuring room layouts and décor meet event specifications.
• Responsible for scheduling of banquet and event service staff.
• Provide hands-on service when needed and assist in event orchestration.
• Respond professionally to member and guest inquiries, feedback, and complaints, informing the Food & Beverage Director and Service Director of all actions.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED;
• Four years of relevant experience in a banquet management role is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of food and beverage operations in the hospitality industry is preferred with catering/event planning & execution experience.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to stand for long periods and perform tasks such as walking, climbing stairs, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in hot, humid, and noisy environments.

Benefits:

• Potential Housing
• 401K
• Free Shift Meal
• Golf, Tennis & Gym Usage
• Complimentary On-Site Parking
• Paid Sick Leave
• 60% Discount on RFTA Bus Passes
• Referral Bonus
• Ski Pass
• Dining and Retail Discounts
• Holiday Bonus
• Potential Jazz Aspen Tickets

About Us:

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