Banquet Operations Lead

Canad Inns; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Comprehensive benefits program

Education assistance

Employee rewards program

Meal plan for employees

Employee engagement events

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Canad Inns is seeking a skilled Banquets Manager to lead and oversee all banquet operations for weddings, conferences, and corporate events in Winnipeg. You will work closely with culinary and sales teams to deliver exceptional service and guest experiences while maintaining brand standards.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, revenue management, and cost control, with responsibility for staffing, budgeting, and compliance in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of relevant banquet management experience.
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities.
• Excellent communication and guest service skills.
• Focus on revenue generation and cost control in events.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all banquet operations for conferences, weddings, and corporate events.
• Coordinate with culinary and sales teams to plan and execute events with superior service.
• Manage guest experience, brand messaging, and quarterly guest experience goals.
• Review monthly departmental financial statements and drive action plans.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and environmental policies are followed.
• Manage inventory, costs, staffing levels, and recruitment.
• Adjust staffing based on forecasts and internal talent development.

Skills

Leadership & team-building

Communication & interpersonal

Revenue management & cost control

Food & beverage operations knowledge

Job description

Canad Inns is seeking a skilled Banquets Manager to lead and oversee all banquet operations for weddings, conferences, and corporate events in Winnipeg. You will work closely with culinary and sales teams to deliver exceptional service and guest experiences while maintaining brand standards.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, revenue management, and cost control, with responsibility for staffing, budgeting, and compliance in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.