Banquets Manager

About the role

Recess Hotel & Club is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Banquet Manager to oversee all banquet operations. The ideal candidate will ensure coordination across departments for a guest experience that is seamlessly executed.

What you'll do

• Plan, organize, and manage banquet events, including large tour groups, celebrations of life, conferences, and private functions
• Cook with clients to understand event requirements, menus, and timelines
• Supervise banquet staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management
• Ensure proper setup, service, and breakdown of events according to standards
• Work closely with kitchen and catering teams to ensure timely food service
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and service quality
• Manage inventory, supplies, and equipment related to banquet operations
• Oversee billing, budgeting, and cost control for events

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of banquet or hospitality service experience required
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of banquet service styles, including plated, buffet, reception, and cocktail events
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Strong guest service and interpersonal skills
• Able to lead and motivate a diverse team

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and move banquet equipment as needed
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules based on business demands

Why Recess?

• Join the opening team behind one of Savannah's most anticipated lifestyle hotels and help shape the guest experience from day one
• Take care of yourself with medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits for eligible full-time team members, company-matched 401(k) with fast vesting, up to 20 days of paid time off, paid holidays, and a paid birthday, complimentary daily team member meal, experience the brand with complimentary two-night stay at Hotel Recess & Club Savannah, team member discounts on dining, Saltgrass Spa treatments, retail, and The Cooking School at Saint Bibiana, complimentary fitness classes, travel farther with employee rates at select Leading Hotels of the World properties, discounts at Highgate hotels worldwide, grow with Left Lane with referral incentives and guest recognition programs, career development opportunities across a growing hospitality portfolio, and the opportunity to help shape one of hospitality's most exciting lifestyle brands