Banquet Manager
Savara Hospitality · Blowing Rock, NC · 1 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee banquet events from setup through teardown
- Work closely with clients, culinary teams, and other departments to ensure event requirements are met
- Supervise banquet staff, including scheduling, training, and performance support
- Maintain proper room setup, service standards, and event presentation
- Monitor event timelines and adjust staffing or logistics as needed to maintain smooth operations
- Address guest concerns promptly and professionally
- Maintain high standards for cleanliness, safety, and compliance with company policies
- Collaborate with leadership to improve banquet service quality and operational efficiency
Qualifications
- Previous experience in banquet, catering, event operations, or hospitality management
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail
- Knowledge of banquet service standards, event setup, and guest service best practices
- Comfort working flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Proficiency with basic computer systems, scheduling tools, or point-of-sale platforms preferred
Preferred Attributes
- Professional and polished approach to guest and team interactions
- Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
- Strong sense of accountability and follow-through
- Commitment to teamwork and delivering a positive event experience
Pay
Competitive Compensation and Benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance, group life and long term disability insurance, Flex Spending Account and Dependent Care Account, Tuition and Student Loan Reimbursement, as well as 401(k) plan.
Schedule
This is a position which will require work on weekends, nights and holidays.
Benefits
We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. This is a position which will require work on weekends, nights and holidays.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or disability.