FOH Management - Event Planner

We are looking for a talented Banquet Manager to lead our Banquet department. If you are interested in event planning, increasing sales and a chance to grow your career in one of Canada's top hospitality groups this is the role for you!

As a Banquet Manager you have the opportunity to develop and mentor your own team, set specific financial targets for your location and be a brand ambassador in your community. You will work one on one with clients to build their event, while ensuring your team provides flawless execution. You are responsible to drive sales for the property with internal and external sales, as well as attend events such as golf tournaments, bridal/trade shows, and networking opportunities to achieve financial goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and control the Banquet Operations of the restaurant/hotel at an excellent level while maintaining and abiding by all standards, policies and/or procedures set forth by our company
• Providing leadership, training, and mentorship for our banquet team
• Identifying skill and leadership potential in your crew and developing those exceptional individuals into management roles within our company
• Banquet event execution and managing quality assurance
• Managing clients and customer service, including event quotes, and accounts management
• Banquet Inventory planning and labor control
• Expert scheduling
• Managing and submitting weekly financial reporting regarding banquet sales, targets, and labor control
• Attending weekly BEO meetings with the Chef to ensure culinary excellence

Opportunities

• Travel within Canada and the US
• Primarily a Monday to Friday schedule
• Competitive, extended health and dental benefits
• Complimentary meal when working
• Discount card for our restaurants (Moxie's, Chop, Shark Club and Rockford)
• Employee discount and Friends & Family discount for all Sandman Hotels in Canada & US
• Personal development and mentorship, taking part in team-building events