Banquet Director: Lead Large-Scale Events & Guest Excellence

Indiana Convention Center; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings and Flexible Spending

Life and Disability Insurance

Accident, Critical Illness, and Hosp.

Identity Theft Protection

Adoption Assistance

Job summary

Sodexo Live! in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Director of Banquets to oversee banquet operations at the Indiana Convention Center.

You will manage events from planning through execution, ensuring exceptional service and seamless guest experiences. Lead a team, develop strategies for event success, and maintain high standards of service and efficiency while coordinating with clients, vendors and internal departments.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in banquet management or event planning.
• At least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record planning, executing, and managing a variety of events.
• Strong leadership to motivate a banquet staff.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong financial management, budgeting and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of all banquet events, including weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and preferences, ensuring their vision is realized.
• Provide leadership and coaching to the banquet management team.
• Develop and manage event timelines, ensuring all aspects are executed on schedule.
• Ensure all banquet setups, including room layouts, table settings, and audio-visual equipment, meet client specifications and convention center standards.
• Monitor and manage inventory, ensuring adequate supplies for all events and minimizing waste.
• Develop and manage the banquet budget, including labor, supplies, and other expenses.
• Prepare and present financial reports, including profitability and cost analysis for events

Job description

Sodexo Live! in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Director of Banquets to oversee banquet operations at the Indiana Convention Center.

You will manage events from planning through execution, ensuring exceptional service and seamless guest experiences. Lead a team, develop strategies for event success, and maintain high standards of service and efficiency while coordinating with clients, vendors and internal departments.