Director of Banquets

Overview

Barnsley Resort is a luxury destination in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Georgia, offering a unique work environment in hospitality. The resort seeks a Director of Banquets to lead its banquet operations and ensure exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate positive leadership characteristics and inspire employees to meet and exceed standards.
• Ensure labor costs align with forecasts.
• Keep work areas clean and organized.
• Know food preparation and service.
• Promote employee empowerment.
• Report all unsafe conditions immediately.
• Select, train, supervise, develop, discipline, and counsel employees according to Davidson policies and procedures.
• Utilize knowledge of physical capabilities of banquet space.
• Complete necessary paperwork, meeting all due dates.
• Know basic bar terminology and wine service.
• Order supplies for banquet department.
• Oversee and assist in collection of payments for banquet functions.
• Perform in the capacity of any position supervised.
• Responsible for monthly inventory of all banquet equipment.
• Solve unusual customer requests creatively.
• Attend required meetings.
• Conduct performance appraisals.
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor to include cross training.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in banquets and event management, preferably in a leadership role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
• In-depth knowledge of banquet operations and industry trends.
• Strong financial acumen and budgeting skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Benefits

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays)
• 401K Match

EEO AA

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation