Banquet Event Lead & On-Site Coordinator

Maggiano's, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Maggiano's Little Italy is seeking an Event Manager in Washington, DC area to plan, coordinate, and flawlessly execute banquet events from booking to day-of. You will own timelines, seating, staffing, menus, and on-site execution, partnering with Sales, Culinary, and leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities include reviewing contracts and BEOs, creating layouts, coordinating dining and service styles, and leading event staff while ensuring profitability and guest

Formación

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in hotel, catering, or banquet operations required.
• Experience leading event execution and service teams.
• Strong knowledge of banquet service standards and room setups.
• Ability to read and execute BEOs, layouts, and event contracts.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent guest-service and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proficiency with banquet systems, CRM, or event software.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsabilidades

• Own all event details once the event is booked and handed off from sales team.
• Review contracts, BEOs, and event notes for accuracy and completeness.
• Create and manage event timelines, layouts, seating charts, and room assignments.
• Coordinate menu selections, special requests, dietary needs, and service style.
• Schedule banquet staff based on event size and service requirements.
• Lead day-of execution, ensuring events start on time and run according to plan.
• Serve as primary on-site contact for hosts during events.
• Conduct pre-event meetings with teams to review logistics and service expectations.

Conocimientos

Event planning

Team leadership

Banquet standards

BEOs & layouts

Organization

Guest service

CRM / event software

Flexible schedule

Herramientas

CRM

Banquet systems

Descripción del empleo

Maggiano's Little Italy is seeking an Event Manager in Washington, DC area to plan, coordinate, and flawlessly execute banquet events from booking to day-of. You will own timelines, seating, staffing, menus, and on-site execution, partnering with Sales, Culinary, and leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities include reviewing contracts and BEOs, creating layouts, coordinating dining and service styles, and leading event staff while ensuring profitability and guest