Banqueting Supervisor

Hotelprofessionals; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stay at Kimpton De Witt

Hotel discounts for staff

Pension contributions

Travel allowance

Bike lease

Job summary

Kimpton de Witt Amsterdam is seeking a Banquet Supervisor to oversee the seamless execution of events and ensure guest satisfaction. You will coordinate with the banquet team, manage event setups, and maintain Kimpton de Witt’s high service standards while engaging with guests and staff on the floor.

The role is physically active with regular meetings, briefings, and email correspondence, requiring excellent English communication and a willingness to work varied shifts, including weekends and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months in a similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead briefings/handovers to keep team informed for the day.
• Take guest orders and upsell menu items or promotions.
• Manage stock requests: ordering, receiving and distribution of supplies.
• Handle cash procedures including closing payments and deposits.
• Motivate and support team members to deliver exceptional service and uphold brand standards.

Skills

Guest service

English language

Tools

POS systems

MS Office

Job description

Kimpton de Witt, Neni Amsterdam and Super Lyan are only as good as the people it employs, that is why we picked you. You are outgoing and you love to meet new people. You are passionate, focused and driven about making every guest's experience 'ridiculously personal', making their visit unforgettable, in all the right ways.

You will be working with a friendly, international, motivated team and will work together to develop our full potential and ensure we all provide genuine heartfelt care to our all guests.

As a Banequeting Supervisor - you will oversee the seamless execution of events and functions, ensuring exceptional service delivery and guest satisfaction. Your responsibilities include coordinating with the banquet team, managing event setups, and maintaining the high standards of Kimpton de Witt in general.

This position is highly hands-on, requiring constant movement throughout the day. While you'll still engage in regular meetings, briefings, and email correspondence, the majority of your time will be spent actively engaging with guests and your team. Thus, maintaining physical fitness is essential to effectively carry out your responsibilities.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead briefings/handovers to ensure all team members are informed and prepared for the day's activities.
• Take orders from guests and proactively upsell menu items or promotions.
• Manage stock requests, including ordering, receiving, and distributing supplies as needed.
• Handle cash handling procedures, including closing payments and depositing received funds.
• Motivate and support team members to deliver exceptional service and uphold brand standards.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months in a similar environment.
• Capable of working a full shift on the floor and performing physically demanding tasks.
• Able to assist in different R&B outlets and other hotel departments when necessary.
• Proficient in basic computer operations, including Microsoft Office and POS systems.
• Willing to work various shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent communication skills in English, with proficiency in at least one other language, both spoken and written.

We offer a competitive salary, this will be discussed during the interview.

Whats in it for you?

• Experience Stay at Kimpton De Witt as part of our introduction program (overnight stay with +1 including dinner, drinks & breakfast)
• 6 complimentary nights per year at the Lore Group hotels worldwide
• Employee and Friends & Family discount rates at the Lore Group hotels
• Employee and Friends & Family discount rates at more than 5500 IHG Hotels and all Lore Group hotels
• A yearly benefit budget of EUR180 that you can spend trough the benefits platform Alleo
• Possibility to lease a bike
• 50% discount in restaurants & bars at 19 partner hotels in Amsterdam
• Free and unlimited appointments per year with a psychologist via OpenUp
• A monthly contribution to a pension scheme
• A monthly travel allowance
• A monthly clothing allowance (if applicable to your position)
• A yearly shoe allowance
• Possibility to take part in a Dutch language course
• Freshly prepared meals in the canteen
• Discount on supplemental health insurances