Assistant Events Manager

So Hospitality Group

Assistant Events Manager

St. Louis, MO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    General Responsibilities

    Oversees all banquet service operations and ensures that all banquet service details are executed. Assist in ensuring that the events are on time. Adjust as needed and relay that information to the appropriate personnel

    Review Banquet Event Orders (BEO’s) at the beginning of each shift to ensure room are set as contracted. Confirm and setup A/V equipment needs to contract for the event

    Responsible for the performance of the banquet service staff, including direct supervision of the banquet staff. Provides leadership to the staff in the absence of the Banquet Manager

    Collaborate with Catering/Sales, Food & Beverage managers and the Culinary team to ensure that quality service is provided for all meeting and banquet guests

    Manage the cost and quality control of banquet services

    Be an active liaison between the guests and other Resort staff to ensure outstanding customer service while maintaining company procedures and complying with company policies

    Maintain all equipment and facilities in an organized, clean, safe environment

    Communicate any areas of need, problems, and concerns from guest to Banquet Manager

    Perform monthly inventories and order supplies as needed in collaboration with the Banquet Manager

    Work closely with Guest Services and Maintenance to schedule and perform transportation of supplies and equipment as needed throughout the Resort

    Complete administrative tasks as assigned by Banquet Manager

    Job Qualifications

    Education:

    Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, or a related business degree preferred

    Equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree

    CPR & First Aid Certification

    Obtain OLCC permit

    Audio Visual skills (microphones, LCD projectors, computers and similar equipment)

    Experience:

    Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Banquets, Food & Beverage, Conference Services or a related discipline is required

    Excellent written and oral communication skills required

    Positive interpersonal and customer service skills required Job Description: Banquet Captain March 7th, 2012

    Strong project management skills required

    Proficiency in the following software required; MS Word, Excel

    Experience in a 4-diamond resort or higher preferred

    Ability to perform the physical requirements of position

    Must have Audio Visual skills

    Supervisor Activities

    Directs the work of Associates

    Appraise Associates productivity and efficiency for recommending promotions or other changes in status

    Involves the Banquet Manager in situations that require disciplinary action ∙ Plans the work ∙ Apportions the work among Associates

    Responsible for end-of-shift duties including, but not limited to, billing, cleaning event space and all work areas, returning banquet bar inventory, billing and releasing staff

    Partner with the Culinary department to provide timely and accurate food service

    Discretion / Independent Judgment

    This position does represent the company in handling complaints, arbitrating disputes or resolving grievances. A Banquet Captain will be expected to work with guests and visitors to ensure satisfaction. A Banquet Captain will have to take initiative and get creative in resolving guest challenges and involve a supervisor only when previous methods have been unsuccessful

    Physical Requirements

    Ability to speak and hear

    Close and distance vision

    Identify and distinguish colors

    Frequent standing with some walking and sitting

    Will stand for long periods of time

    Frequently lifts/carries up to 25 lbs.

    Occasionally lifts/carries up to 50 lbs.

    Continual use of manual dexterity and gross motor skills with frequent use of bi-manual dexterity and fine motor skills

    Able to reach hands and arms in any direction and kneel, stoop or crouch repeatedly

    Working Conditions

    May be indoor or outdoor setting

    May work on high or precarious places

    Varying schedule to include evenings, holidays and extended hours as business dictates