Assistant Banquet Manager

Four Seasons; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Accommodation at other Four Seasons

Free employee meals

Dry cleaning for uniforms

Training & development

Job summary

Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale is seeking an Assistant Banquets Manager to oversee the banquet department, lead event service, and drive a guest‑centric experience. You will coordinate with the Director of Banquets and F&B leadership to ensure flawless execution, while coaching a team to deliver luxury service.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, guest satisfaction, and collaboration with culinary, catering, and other hotel teams.

Qualifications

• At least 1-2 years of banquet event management experience, preferably in a luxury hotel or resort.
• Excellent personal presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong time management with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.
• Excellent communication and cross-department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily banquet operations including setup, service, and breakdown.
• Provide on-the-floor leadership during events to ensure service excellence.
• Train, coach, and develop banquet servers and staff.
• Collaborate with Culinary, Sales/Catering, and F&B teams for seamless execution.
• Monitor labor, inventory, and expenses to optimize resources.
• Participate in pre- and post-event meetings to improve guest satisfaction.
• Support high-profile and VIP functions as needed.

Skills

Banquet event management

Job description

About 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.

About the location:

Sophisticated style and energy in a celebrated vacation desitination. Discover a modern reflection of the classic yacht club lifestyle. With a prime beachfront address, Four Seasons brings unrivalled style and service to this next-generation coastal city. Moments away, experience Fort Lauderdale’s best shops, restaurants, marinas and entertainment – surrounding you with the spirit of one of the world’s top yachting locales.

About The Role

The Assistant Banquets Manager supports the daily operations, service execution, and team leadership of the Banquet department to ensure every event — large or intimate — reflects Four Seasons’ commitment to exceptional quality and memorable guest experiences.

Working closely with the Director of Banquets and Food & Beverage leadership team, the Assistant Manager provides hands‑on guidance throughout event setup, service, and breakdown while fostering a positive, engaged, and service‑driven team culture.

What You Will Do

• Support the Banquets leadership team in overseeing daily banquet operations, including room setup, service execution, and event breakdown.
• Provide active, on-the-floor leadership during events to ensure service excellence and adherence to Four Seasons standards.
• Assist in training, coaching, motivating, and developing banquet servers, captains, and support staff.
• Collaborate with Culinary, Stewarding, Sales/Catering, and F&B teams to ensure clear communication and seamless event execution.
• Help monitor labor, inventory, and operating expenses by supporting efficient scheduling and proper use of resources.
• Participate in pre-event and post-event meetings, contributing insights to enhance guest satisfaction and operational effectiveness.
• Support service for high‑profile, VIP, or complex functions as needed.

What You Bring

• At least 1-2 years of banquet event management experience, preferably in a luxury hotel or resort.
• Excellent personal presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong time management skills: ability to multi-task, set priorities, and adjust to changing conditions. Willing to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to operate all computer equipment necessary to perform the job.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work closely with other departments and communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues and guests.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility to work a diverse schedule encompassing days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
• Excellent Training and Development opportunities
• Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resort
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
• Complimentary Employee Meals

US work authorization is required.

Please note that due to the large number of responses we receive only candidates being considered for the above position will be contacted for an interview.

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affi­‑ correctives Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf