Assistant Banquet Manager - Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Banquet Manager to join their vibrant team in a downtown hotel. This role involves planning and executing banquet functions, ensuring outstanding guest service, and managing operations to drive profitability. Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience and a strong focus on guest satisfaction. Join a company that values hospitality and offers numerous benefits, including health insurance and career development opportunities. This is a fantastic chance to grow within a leading global hospitality firm.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Career Development

Travel Discounts

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase

Educational Programs

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in restaurants or banquets is essential.
• Strong guest service focus and positive attitude are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing banquet functions.
• Manage banquet operations including guest service and cost control.
• Supervise food and beverage setup and cleanup.

Skills

Guest Service Orientation

Supervisory Experience

Team Management

Event Planning

Cost Control

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management

Job description

Job Description - Assistant Banquet Manager - Hilton Des Moines Downtown (HOT0BLD4)

Job Number:

HOT0BLD4

Work Locations

Hilton Des Moines Downtown, 435 Park Street, Des Moines, 50309

The Hilton Des Moines Downtown is a modern hotel connected to the Iowa Events Center and part of the Des Moines Skywalk system, offering convenient access to local attractions, dining, and offices. The hotel features a signature restaurant, indoor pool, fitness center, 330 guest rooms, and 19,338 sq. ft. of event space.

The Banquets Department is seeking an Assistant Banquet Manager with supervisory experience in restaurants or banquets, a positive attitude, and guest service focus. This role offers an opportunity to join a vibrant team, work in a downtown hotel, and grow within Hilton.

What will I be doing?

As an Assistant Banquet Manager, you will assist in planning, organizing, and executing banquet functions to ensure outstanding guest service and profitability. Responsibilities include:

• Managing banquet operations, including guest service, product quality, cost control, marketing, budgeting, policy enforcement, and meetings.
• Supervising food and beverage setup and cleanup.
• Planning and executing various banquet events such as breakfasts, luncheons, dinners, and receptions.
• Monitoring and developing team member performance, including supervision, scheduling, counseling, and recognition.
• Recruiting, interviewing, and training staff.
• Greeting clients and responding to guest requests promptly and courteously.

What are we looking for?

Hilton values hospitality, integrity, leadership, teamwork, ownership, and a sense of urgency. We seek candidates demonstrating:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Customer Focus

Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience, a positive attitude, and a guest service orientation.

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is a leading global hospitality company dedicated to providing exceptional guest experiences. Our vision is "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality," and our team members are central to achieving this. We promote a diverse, inclusive environment with benefits like health insurance, career development, travel discounts, PTO, parental leave, employee stock purchase, and educational programs.

*Benefits may vary based on position classification and union status.