Director of Banquets, Four Seasons Riyadh

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Transportation allowance

30 days vacation

Public holidays 10 days

Home leave tickets

Employee meals

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Worldwide room nights

Laundry for work attire

Job summary

Four Seasons Riyadh is seeking a Director of Banquets to lead the banquet operations, supervise staff, and uphold the brand’s standards of luxury service. You will oversee the overall organization, ensure consistency of company standards, and drive exceptional guest experiences.

With strong leadership and organizational skills, you will manage event planning through execution, coordinate with Food & Beverage and other departments, and ensure seamless, high‑quality service across all banquet

Qualifications

• Education Certificate
• Minimum of 5 years experience in similar position, preferably in luxury environment
• Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the Arabic & English language
• Willing to work a flexible schedule and holidays
• Be a self-motivator and motivator of others
• Work in a safe, prudent and organized manner
• Have an in‑depth knowledge of food and preparation
• Have a in‑depth knowledge of wine
• Be able to relate to all levels of guests and management
• Have the ability to handle multiple tasks at one time
• Have excellent communication and organization skills
• Be able to consistently delight and satisfy our guest
• Have the ability to handle guest requests in a detailed manner
• Must have excellent attention to details, and extensive service knowledge
• Excellent leader and trainer
• Strong interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Oversee banquet operations and ensure consistency of company standards
• Supervise banquet staff and coordinate with other departments
• Ensure seamless execution of events with exceptional guest service
• Demonstrate organizational abilities to manage banquet operations

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world‑class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

An architectural icon in the heart of Saudi Arabia’s vibrant capital soaring over the city in the iconic Kingdom Tower, Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh is a buzzing hub at the forefront of style and sophistication. Redesigned interiors bring authentic Saudi heritage and craftsmanship to life, while our distinguished team provides a bespoke experience through thoughtful, personalized service and hospitality.

The Role of the Director of Banquets

As the Director of Banquets, you will be entrusted with both operational and financial responsibilities for the entire banquet operation. Your role will involve overseeing the overall organization, ensuring the implementation and consistency of company standards.

With your expertise and leadership skills, you will play a crucial role in managing and optimizing the banquets department. This includes supervising banquet staff, coordinating with other departments, and ensuring seamless execution of events.

As a leader in this position, you will need to demonstrate exceptional organizational abilities to effectively manage banquet operations. Your attention to detail and commitment to upholding company standards will be essential in delivering high‑quality services that meet or exceed customer expectations.

Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh

Prime location in the heart of the capital, nestled within the iconic 99‑storey Kingdom Tower. Situated at such a prestigious address, our property offers unparalleled proximity to key business areas, shopping centres, and cultural sites, 276 spacious and light‑filled rooms, including 39 luxurious suites.

Food & Beverage

The hotel offers three exceptional restaurant venues, collectively offering a seating capacity of 250 guests.

Our event facilities, with a mix of Ballroom and Meeting Rooms offer a remarkable 7,213 square meters (77,640 square feet) of space, making them the perfect choice for a wide range of events.

Areas of responsibility are Food & Beverage, Catering.

SPA and Wellness

Nestled within our establishment, our world‑class spa offers an array of indulgence across 8 treatment rooms for male guests and 1 treatment room designed exclusively for female guests. This haven of rejuvenation also encompasses high end facilities and a meticulously outfitted fitness center.

Complementing this luxurious setting is our Spa department, boasting a diverse and dedicated team of 25 colleagues, all united in their mission to provide exceptional service to our esteemed guests.

Knowledge and Skills

• Education Certificate
• Have a minimum of 5 years experience in similar position, preferably in luxury environment
• Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the Arabic & English language.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule and holidays.
• Be a self‑motivator and motivator of others
• Work in a safe, prudent and organized manner.
• Have an in‑depth knowledge of food and preparation
• Have a in‑depth knowledge of wine
• Be able to relate to all levels of guests and management.
• Have the ability to handle multiple tasks at one time.
• Have excellent communication and organization skills
• Be able to consistently delight and satisfy our guest
• Have the ability to handle guest requests in a detailed manner
• Must have excellent attention to details, and extensive service knowledge
• Excellent leader and trainer.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

What to Expect:

Competitive Net Salary in a Tax-Free Environment

Housing provided

Transportation Allowance

30 days' vacation

10 days Public Holidays per year

Paid home leave tickets.

Complimentary employee meals

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Worldwide Complimentary Room Nights with Four Seasons

Laundry/dry cleaning for provided for work attire.

Growth & Development opportunities