Event Services Supervisor

Courtyard by Marriott; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 8,900 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

Courtyard by Marriott Kuwait City is seeking a Non-Management Banquet/Events staff member to ensure seamless service during events and daily operations. You will help coordinate banquet setups, maintain high grooming and uniform standards, and collaborate with departments to meet guest needs.

The role emphasizes teamwork, training support, and strict adherence to safety policies. Local candidates preferred; full-time schedule in Kuwait City location.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 1 year of related work experience.
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience.
• None: no license or certification required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure staff work as a team and maintain grooming/attire standards.
• Communicate with guests and departments to meet guest needs and events.
• Set up banquet areas and ensure cleanliness and proper arrangement of furniture/equipment.
• Assist management with hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, and coaching staff.
• Maintain positive working relationships and support team goals.
• Follow company safety policies and report accidents or unsafe conditions.

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Related work experience

Supervisory experience

None license or certification

Job description

Additional Information

This position is for Nigerian (local) only

Job Number

26121846

Job Category

Food and Beverage & Culinary

Location

Al Shuhada Street, P.O.Box 1216, Kuwait City 15463, KuwaitVIEW ON MAP

Schedule

Full Time

Located Remotely?

N

Position Type

Non-Management

Position Summary

Ensure staff is working together as a team. Inspect grooming and attire of staff and rectify any deficiencies. Communicate with guests, other employees, or departments to ensure guest needs are met. Respond to and try to fulfill any special banquet event arrangements. Set up banquet area/room, ensuring cleanliness and proper set up of furniture/equipment. Inspect and maintain table set-ups for cleanliness, neatness and agreement with group requirements and company standards, and resolve any problems. Document pertinent information in appropriate department logbook. Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, and support team to reach common goals. Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language, and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print). Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance and objects weighing in excess of 75 pounds with assistance. Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces as well as up and down stairs and/or service ramps. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: At least 1 year of supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

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.

In joining Courtyard, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.