Banquet Manager

Westin Hotels & Resorts; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The Westin Edmonton is seeking a skilled Event Manager to lead and motivate the banquet and events team at our Edmonton property. You will oversee service quality, financial controls, and asset protection, ensuring events meet requirements and standards.

Responsibilities include directing banquet operations, coordinating with kitchen and service teams, and driving staff development. Excellent hospitality leadership and communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, or related professional area.

Responsibilities

• Directs and motivates team while personally assisting in providing high quality service based on requirements and standards.
• Monitors and controls financial and administrative responsibilities including asset protection.
• Provides clear and concise communications to everyone having ownership in the success of the event.
• Identifies training opportunities and plans a strategy to accomplish goals.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Additional Information

$5000 CAD Sign-on bonus for eligible candidates

Job Number

26116091

Job Category

Event Management

Location

10135 100th Street, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T5J 0N7 VIEW ON MAP

Schedule

Full Time

Located Remotely?

N

Position Type

Management

Pay Range

$74,000-$92,000 Annually

Bonus Eligible

Y

Job Summary

Directs and motivates team while personally assisting in providing high quality service based on requirements and standards. Monitors and controls financial and administrative responsibilities including asset protection. Provides clear and concise communications to everyone having ownership in the success of the event. Identifies training opportunities and plans a strategy to accomplish goals.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, or related professional area.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Banquet Operations

• Projects supply needs for the department, (e.g., china, glass, silver, buffet presentations, props).
• Applies knowledge of all laws, as they relate to an event.
• Understands the impact of Banquet operations on the overall success of an event and manages activities to maximize customer satisfaction.
• Adheres to and reinforces all standards, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains established sanitation levels.
• Manages departmental inventories and maintains equipment.
• Uses banquet beverage records to control liquor costs and manage the banquet beverage perpetual inventory.
• Schedules banquet service staff to forecast and service standards, while maximizing profits.
• Assists team in developing lasting relationships with groups to retain business and increase growth.

Participating in and Leading Banquet Teams

• Sets goals and delegates tasks to improve departmental performance.
• Conducts monthly department meetings with the Banquet team.
• Applies and continually broadens knowledge of food and wine pairings and cutting edge cuisine with emphasis on current event trends.
• Acts as a liaison to the kitchen staff.
• Leads shifts and actively participates in the servicing of events.

Ensuring and Providing Exceptional Customer Service

• Sets a positive example for guest relations.
• Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
• Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.
• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
• Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters.
• Strives to improve service performance.
• Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.
• Reviews comment cards and guest satisfaction results with employees.

Conducting Human Resources Activities

• Communicates and executes departmental and property emergency procedures and ensures staff are trained in safety procedures.
• Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals.
• Monitors progress and leads discussion with staff each period.
• Participates in the development and implementation of corrective action plans.
• Reviews quarterly Meeting Planner Survey results and participates in the development and implementation of corrective action to address service challenges; focuses on continuous improvement of guest satisfaction.
• Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

Notification to Applicants

The Westin Edmonton takes seriously its obligations under the applicable provincial legislation and will provide accommodations to job applicants needing assistance. If you require an accommodation in relation to this job posting, our online application or an interview, please call 905-366-5227 or email [e-mail] and a member of our Human Resources team will respond to your request. Please note that this phone number and email are only for those individuals who would like to request an accessibility accommodation as part of the recruiting process.

About Westin

At Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well‑being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brand’s unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well‑being practices both on and off property. You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well‑being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.