Banquet Manager

Overview

Job Reference Number: 36976
Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Segment: Dining & Events
Brand: Lancer-Hospitality
Location: Phoenix, Arizona (US-AZ)

Lancer Hospitality is hiring a Banquet Manager in Phoenix, AZ. The Banquet Manager's primary responsibility is to manage all aspects of event planning and execution, ensuring that client expectations are not only met but exceeded. This role encompasses a wide range of duties including planning, budgeting, training and vendor management. This role is located at an exciting Cultural Attraction!

• Create and manage event paperwork inclusive of floor plans and rental orders
• Oversee the setup, operations and breakdown of events
• Lead and coordinate the event team, ensuring seamless communication with all stakeholders including culinary, sales, event servers, event bartenders, event supervisors/ coordinators and housemen

• Maintain effective communication and manage expectations with clients, vendors and team members
• Liaise with various vendors and suppliers to guarantee that all necessary equipment and services are available and operational for events

• Oversee the cleanliness and maintenance of in-house equipment and disposables
• Track and manage inventory of outsourced equipment

• Conduct post-event evaluation including gathering feedback and analyzing data to identify any areas of improvement
• Ensure to adhere to budgetary goals, creatively managing cost while fulfilling stakeholder needs
• Collect and submit all invoices for timely payment within Net 30 terms

• Prior Event Management, catering, planning and executing experience
• Knowledge of Steps of Service
• The ability to multitask and manage multiple events concurrently
• Excellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills
• Must have an open and flexible schedule including mornings, afternoons, nights, weekends and holidays as needed
• Reliable transportation to commute between units
• Valid driver's license to drive company catering vehicles

• Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
• Medical
• Vision
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

$50,000 - $54,000

Lancer Hospitality has over 30 years of experience supporting a diverse clientele in a variety of settings with their food service needs. Our management experience has allowed us to develop strong, long-lasting, and personal relationships with clients and to build a scope of service that can make a real difference in businesses and communities.

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.