Banquet & Events Manager

Davidson Hospitality Group; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereav.

401K Match

Dental & Vision Coverage

Teledoc service

Job summary

Hotel Zachary at Gallagher Way in Chicago seeks a Banquet Manager to lead banquet events in a fast-paced, luxury setting. You will hire and train banquet staff, schedule activities, and ensure flawless service with attention to detail across multiple venues.

Collaborate with culinary, sales, and operations to deliver memorable guest experiences. The role requires prior banquet management and hotel F&B experience, with strong leadership and communication skills to supervise a dynamic team and

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory/management experience and skills.
• 2 years banquet management experience preferred.
• Previous hotel food and beverage experience preferred.
• Ability to lead and manage a team.
• Requires computer skills.
• Strong business communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate banquet events to ensure seamless execution and guest satisfaction.
• Assist with hiring, training, scheduling, and monthly meetings for all banquet staff.
• Oversee setup of function spaces including linens, silver, china, and glassware per event specifications.
• Collaborate with culinary, sales, and operations teams to deliver successful events from start to finish.
• Monitor cleanliness, inventory, and equipment for function spaces.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Banquet management

Leadership

Communication skills

Computer skills

Job description

Property Description

Hotel Zachary at Gallagher Way, located in the iconic Wrigleyville neighborhood of Chicago, is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team. As a luxurious boutique hotel, we offer a unique and immersive experience for both guests and team members. With our prime location steps away from Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs, and the vibrant Gallagher Way entertainment district, Hotel Zachary is a hub of excitement and energy. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional service and creating memorable moments for our guests. As an employee, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career. Join us at Hotel Zachary and be part of our team's commitment to excellence in hospitality.

Overview

Join our team as a Banquet Manager for an exciting opportunity to showcase your leadership skills in a fast-paced, high-end environment! We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented candidate to manage and coordinate banquet events, ensuring seamless execution and exceptional guest experiences. The Banquet Manager assists with hiring and training all banquet staff including scheduling and monthly meetings, illustrating proper techniques and etiquette for all styles of service. Supervise the set up of functions to include placement of linens, silver, china and glassware according to event specifications. Visually inspect function rooms and equipment for cleanliness, proper inventory and set-up. You'll be part of a dynamic team and work closely with culinary, sales, and operations departments to ensure a successful event from start to finish. Join us in creating unforgettable memories for our guests!

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory/management experience and skills
• 2 years banquet management experience preferred
• Previous hotel food and beverage experience preferred
• Ability to lead and manage a team
• Requires computer skills
• Strong business communication skills

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

Inkeeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.

Salary Range

USD $70,000.00 - USD $70,000.00 /Yr.