Banquets - Captain

Northland Properties; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Complimentary meals when working

Guaranteed Work hours

Growth opportunities within ourcompany

Mentorship from Event Manager

Discount card for our restaurants

Employee discount and Friends & Family

Flexible schedule (days, evenings &amp

Discounts across Northland affiliated:

Flexible schedule (days, evenings &amp

Job summary

Northland Properties is seeking an Event Manager to direct and execute exceptional events, guiding the team and maintaining high standards. You’ll handle quotes, invoices and guest inquiries while ensuring a seamless guest experience. The role offers leadership opportunities and mentorship within a growing hospitality group.

Join a company that values growth, flexible scheduling, and cross-brand perks. The role emphasizes teamwork, organization and delivering culinary excellence across events.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating events with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook.
• French language is an asset.
• Flexible schedule including days, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Direct and control events in the facility while adhering to standards and procedures.
• Provide leadership, training and mentorship for the event team.
• Manage guest inquiries, quotes, invoices and complaints.
• Attend weekly EO meetings with Chef & Event Manager for culinary excellence.
• Oversee event execution: setup, porters, food quality and facility checks.
• Step into Event Manager duties if needed due to illness or vacation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professional presentation

Under pressure

Organization & planning

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Teams

MS Outlook

Written & verbal communication

Stand for long periods (50 lbs lift)

Leadership & mentoring

Flexible availability

French language (asset)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Teams

Outlook

Job description

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Competitive Wages
• Complimentary meals when working
• Guaranteed Work hours
• Opportunity for growth within our company
• Personal development and mentorship from Event Manager
• Discount card for our restaurants (Moxies, Chop, Denny’s, Shark Club and Rockford)
• Employee discount and Friends & Family discount for all Northland affiliated brands including Grouse Mountain, Revelstoke Mountain Resort
• Flexible work schedule (days, evenings & weekends)

THE ROLE:

• To direct and control events in the facility at an excellent level while maintaining and abiding by all standards, policies and/or procedures set forth by our company
• Providing leadership, training, and mentorship for our event team
• Managing guest inquiries and customer service, including creating event quotes, invoices and guest complaints
• Attending weekly EO meetings with the Chef & Event Manager to ensure culinary excellence
• Oversee & perform Event Execution to ensure a successful guest experience; set-up of event rooms & porters, quality control food and facility
• Ability to take on Event Manager’s roles & responsibilities due to illness or vacation

COMPETENCIES & CHARACTER:

• Attention to detail
• Professional presentation & appearance standards
• Remains calm under pressure
• High level organization & planning
• Strong Computer Skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Teams & Outlook
• Excellent communication skills- written & verbal
• Ability to stand for long periods of time; bending, and lifting up to 50lbs
• Positive attitude, and ability to uplift your team
• Strong leadership skills
• Flexible availability
• Ability to speak French considered an asset

We believe that by taking care of our team members, we create a positive atmosphere that benefits both our employees and our guests. We support the well‑being and growth of team members in all aspects of their life, in and outside of work, which is why we are committed to providing industry-leading benefits and unmatched hospitality and travel perks.