Banquet Director - Raffles & Fairmont the Red Sea

Accor; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury resort in Saudi Arabia seeks a Banqueting Manager to oversee operations, ensuring guest satisfaction and profitability. The role requires experience in banquet service, strong leadership, and proficiency in English. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a background in hotel management. The ideal candidate shares a proactive approach to luxury service standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a similar role in the hotel industry.
• Strong human resources management capabilities.
• Understanding of Ultra-Luxury guest expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manage Banqueting operations to maximize guest satisfaction.
• Develop and maintain staff training programs.
• Prepare weekly staff schedules.
• Recruit and select Banquet employees.
• Ensure maintenance of Banquet equipment.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Banquet service experience

Leadership skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

College education in hotel or business administration

Job description

Company Description

Raffles & Fairmont the Red Sea, positioned in the kingdom's groundbreaking Red Sea Project, will provide visitors access to a nature-focused resort with 361 rooms, eleven distinct dining concepts, including an overwater restaurant with views of the Red Sea and the mangroves, and a Spa. The resort will be situated next to an 18-hole championship golf course, reflecting Fairmont's association as a world class golf destination. It will set new standards in sustainable development, positioned on 200 km of untouched coastline, an archipelago of more than 90 unspoiled islands, dormant volcanoes, rich marine habitat, and ancient archaeological sites.

Job Description

To manage Banqueting operations to maximize guest satisfaction and department profits.

• Set periodical Banquets budget & forecast and analyze monthly P&L reports
• Develop and maintain all staff training programs
• Prepare weekly staff schedules keeping in mind anticipated business, operating budgets and standards of service
• To recruit and select Banquet employees
• Ensure proper care, security and maintenance of Banquet equipment through proper supervision of service personnel, including outside contractors
• Assume responsibility for shift supervisory duties on a regular basis, especially with VIP and "at cost" functions
• Coordinate the needs of the Catering department with the managers of interrelated departments
• Inspect Banquet Servers’ work assignments and supervise the standards of all function rooms and adjacent public areas
• Follow established Accounting procedures, e.g. prepare payroll and gratuity reports
• Maintain all public areas to be presentable with specific set‑ups at all times
• Maintain the inventory stock of all equipment on and off the property
• Post all contracted function sheets and give instructions to Assistants, Servers and all staff to ensure the success of the function
• Conduct monthly departmental meetings to provide information to the banquet staff, obtain staff feedback, and provide a regular forum for department communication
• Constantly monitor Banquet staff's appearance, attitude and degree of professionalism
• Implement safety and emergency procedures when necessary
• Consistently follow and implement HACCP policies and procedures
• Manage organization and cleanliness of departmental areas by conducting weekly walk‑through with the Hygiene Manager, Housekeeping, and the Engineering Department
• Assist F&B Outlets in their operations during peak times as needed

Qualifications

• Excellent reading, writing, and oral proficiency in English
• Experienced in all aspects of banquet service, especially in local function styles
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and training skills; sound human resources management capabilities to motivate employees to work as a team
• Strong multi‑tasking skills, attention to detail, self‑discipline, and initiative

• College education, hotel or business administration degree preferred

• Minimum 2 years in a similar role in the hotel industry

Additional Information

• Understanding of Ultra‑Luxury guest expectations and brand alignment.
• Experience in project coordination, scheduling, and document control during pre‑Opening stages.
• Experience in pre‑opening is a must.
• A proactive, anticipatory approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Impeccable grooming and personal presentation aligned with Luxury standards.