Assistant Banquets Manager

Hyatt Regency Seattle; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player invites you to join their Event Services leadership team as an Assistant Banquets Manager. This exciting role involves managing banquet events, supervising teams, and ensuring top-notch guest experiences. You'll collaborate with various departments to execute events seamlessly while maintaining high service standards. Enjoy competitive pay and a range of benefits, including medical insurance, retirement plans, and employee discounts. If you're passionate about hospitality and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) & Retirement Savings Plan

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off and vacation days

Employee assistance programs

Uniforms

Parking discounts

Hotel room discounts

Free colleague meals

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality management with a focus on guest service.
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and manage teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage banquet events and supervise event room setups.
• Ensure exceptional guest service and compliance with health regulations.
• Handle administrative tasks like payroll and inventory.

Skills

Hospitality Management

Leadership Skills

Guest Service

Event Coordination

Communication

Education

Degree in Hospitality Management

Job description

Join us for an incredible opportunity to be a part of our Event Services leadership team as our Assistant Banquets Manager supporting the Hyatt Regency Seattle & Hyatt at Olive 8!

The Assistant Banquets Manager will be responsible for managing banquet events at the hotel. This role involves supervising event room set-ups, service, and maintenance of all banquet functions and equipment. It is a highly detailed position aimed at fulfilling event requirements and creating an appealing guest experience.

Responsibilities May Include

• Supporting and managing the Event Services (Banquets) department in collaboration with the Banquets Manager, Director, and Assistant Director of Operations, along with other hotel departments.
• Supervising, empowering, leading, coaching, and motivating teams including captains, food servers, and lead housepersons to achieve exceptional guest service and colleague engagement.
• Assisting the hotel in reaching top box service scores on Meeting Planner surveys.
• Ensuring clear communication with guests and departments by reviewing Banquet Event Orders.
• Supporting the setup of functions and meetings according to standards.
• Reviewing staffing and equipment needs.
• Coordinating with Culinary, Stewarding, Event Planning & Sales, and Event Setup for event execution.
• Maintaining a professional and energetic appearance.
• Developing creative decor ideas for banquet spaces.
• Supporting banquet functions both front and back of house.
• Upholding high standards of quality service through effective hiring, training, and ongoing reinforcement.
• Handling administrative tasks such as payroll, reports, forecasts, POS procedures, inventory, and budgeting for food and beverage functions.
• Conducting daily walk-throughs to ensure compliance with health regulations and Hyatt standards.
• Generating ideas for special events and holiday functions.

The Assistant Banquet Manager is a vital part of the hotel's Food and Beverage team, working alongside colleagues to foster a successful operation.

Salary Range: $77,968.80 to $106,000.00. Salaries are determined based on experience, qualifications, and education.

As a colleague, enjoy excellent benefits and perks including:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) & Retirement Savings Plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off, vacation days, holidays, and sick leave
• Employee assistance programs, uniforms, parking discounts, hotel room discounts, free colleague meals, tuition reimbursement, and more.

We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment. Join us and be part of a culture built on caring and service excellence.

Requirements

Preferred qualifications include experience in hospitality management, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for guest service.