Banquet Director

Plantation Lakes Golf and Country Club, located in Millsboro, DE
, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for aFull-Time Banquet Director
! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

The Banquet Director is responsible for managing events from the initial inquiry and booking process through planning, execution, and post-event follow-up. This position works closely with the Food & Beverage Director, Assistant Food & Beverage Director, culinary team, banquet staff, and clients to ensure each event is well organized, properly communicated, and successfully executed.

Our facility hosts a variety of events, including weddings, corporate functions, golf outings, holiday parties, celebrations of life, birthday and anniversary parties, community events, and other private functions.

• Respond to banquet and private event inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Conduct tours and meetings with prospective clients and promote our available event spaces, menus, packages, and services.
• Book and coordinate weddings, private parties, corporate events, golf outings, and other functions.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients throughout the planning process.
• Prepare event details, banquet event orders, timelines, room layouts, menu selections, and other necessary documentation.
• Work closely with the culinary team to communicate menus, guest counts, dietary restrictions, allergies, service times, and special requests.
• Coordinate with Food & Beverage leadership to ensure proper staffing and operational preparation for each event.
• Assist with banquet sales and marketing efforts to increase event bookings and generate additional revenue.
• Develop relationships with members, residents, local businesses, community organizations, vendors, and prospective clients.
• Assist with promoting banquet offerings through marketing materials, community outreach, social media, and other sales opportunities.
• Oversee event setup, execution, and breakdown to ensure company and client expectations are met.
• Provide hands‑on leadership during events and assist the team wherever necessary.
• Lead, direct, and support banquet servers, bartenders, captains, and other event staff.
• Ensure event spaces are properly set according to floor plans and client specifications.
• Monitor service standards, cleanliness, presentation, and overall guest satisfaction throughout events.
• Address guest or client concerns professionally and promptly.
• Ensure all event charges, additions, and changes are accurately documented and communicated.
• Assist with opening and closing responsibilities for the restaurant and clubhouse as needed.
• Serve as a Manager on Duty when scheduled and assist with normal Food & Beverage operations when necessary.
• Help ensure compliance with company policies, alcohol service requirements, food safety standards, and established operating procedures.
• Maintain organized banquet files, contracts, event calendars, deposits, guest counts, and other event‑related documentation.
• Participate in Food & Beverage and operational meetings as needed.
• Follow up with clients after events and help build repeat and referral business.

• The ideal candidate will have previous experience in banquets, event coordination, hospitality, restaurant management, catering, or sales. Management or supervisory experience is strongly preferred.
• Candidates should possess excellent communication and organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple events and deadlines simultaneously. The successful…