Banquet Manager

Banquet Manager

Medinah Country Club - Medinah, IL 60157

Salary Range $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 Salary/year

Why Medinah?

Since 1924, Medinah Country Club has been creating exceptional experiences for our members, guests, and their families. Our team is at the heart of what makes Medinah special, bringing energy, hospitality, and a genuine commitment to creating memorable experiences every day.

From intimate private gatherings to large Club events, our banquet operation plays an important role in bringing those experiences to life. We are looking for a Banquet Manager who is passionate about hospitality, thrives in a fast-paced event environment, and knows how to lead a team in delivering exceptional service.

You May Be the Ideal Candidate If...

The energy of events is exciting, and bringing all the details together to create an exceptional experience is a source of pride.

A hands-on, people-forward leadership approach comes naturally, with a focus on positivity, communication, and creating an environment where team members feel supported and motivated to succeed.

Collaboration is at the heart of great leadership, along with the ability to navigate challenges with a calm, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset.

Organization, adaptability, and the ability to manage multiple events and changing priorities are essential strengths.

Most importantly, a genuine passion for hospitality and an understanding that exceptional service goes beyond technical execution. It's about creating meaningful connections and making members and guests feel genuinely welcomed and valued.

What You'll Be Doing

As our Banquet Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Banquet Department, leading the team and ensuring exceptional execution of member events, Club events, private parties, meetings, golf outings, and special events.

• Lead the execution and overall service of member events, Club events, private parties, meetings, golf outings, and special events.
• Maintain a visible, hands-on presence during events while engaging with members, guests, and team members.
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, and develop a professional and highly engaged banquet team.
• Foster a positive, collaborative team culture by setting the tone through daily leadership, supporting fellow leaders, and modeling exceptional hospitality in every interaction.
• Lead pre-function meetings to review event details, menus, timing, service expectations, assignments, and coordination with the culinary team.
• Partner closely with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage leadership to create a cohesive service experience.
• Oversee Banquet Setup operations, including event spaces, meeting setups, and audiovisual needs.
• Ensure event spaces, service areas, equipment, and supplies are prepared, maintained, and ready to support exceptional events.
• Establish and maintain high standards for banquet service, presentation, and creative Food & Beverage displays.
• Build strong relationships with members and guests while responding to questions, feedback, and concerns professionally and promptly.
• Develop and maintain ongoing training programs that strengthen service standards, leadership capabilities, and team performance.
• Support the Banquet Department's operating budget, financial goals, inventory, and departmental procedures.
• Collaborate with teams throughout the Club to ensure events are thoughtfully planned and seamlessly executed.

What We're Looking For

• Significant experience in Food & Beverage management and banquet operations, preferably within a private club, hotel, resort, or similar hospitality environment.
• Previous banquet leadership experience with a strong understanding of event service and execution.
• A hands-on leadership…