Banquet Manager

Elior; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

UNUM coverage for Accident, CriticalIl

Discount Program

Commuter Benefits

EAP

401k

Sick pay

Holiday pay

Job summary

Lancer Hospitality in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Banquet Manager to oversee all aspects of event planning and execution at the Phoenix Zoo, a dynamic cultural attraction.

The role emphasizes budgeting, vendor management, team leadership, and ensuring client expectations are exceeded. Onsite duties span coordination with culinary, sales, servers, and coordinators to deliver flawless events.

Qualifications

• Prior Event Management, catering, planning and executing experience.
• Knowledge of Steps of Service.
• The ability to multitask and manage multiple events concurrently.
• Excellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills.
• Must have an open and flexible schedule including mornings, afternoons, nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Reliable transportation to commute between units.
• Valid drivers license to drive company catering vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute events from start to finish, including paperwork, floor plans and rental orders.
• Oversee setup, operations and breakdown of events.
• Lead and coordinate the event team and liaise with culinary, sales, servers, bartenders and coordinators.

Skills

Event management

Catering planning

Steps of Service

Multitasking

Time management

Flexible schedule

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Job description

Job Reference Number: 42473

Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Dining & Events

Brand: Lancer-Hospitality

Location: Phoenix Zoo

Lancer Hospitlity is hiring a Banquet Manager in Phoenix, AZ. The Banquet Managers primary responsibility is to manage all aspects of event planning and execution, ensuring that client expectations are not only met but exceeded. This role encompasses a wide range of duties including planning, budgeting, training and vendor management. This role is located at an exciting Cultural Attraction!

What You'll Be Doing:

Event Planning and Execution

• Create and Manage event paperwork inclusive of floor plans and rental orders
• Oversee the set up, operations and breakdown of events
• Lead and coordinate the event team, ensuring seamless communication with all stakeholders including culinary, sales, event servers, event barteneders, event supervisors/ coordinators and housemen

Client Relations

• Maintain effective communication and manage expectations with clients, vendors and team members

Vendor Coordination

• Liaise with various vendors and suppliers to guarantee that all necessary equipment and services are available and operational for events

Inventory Management

• Oversee the cleanliness and maintenance of in-house equipment and disposables
• Track and Manager inventory of outsourced equipment

Post- Event Analysis

• Conduct Post event evaluation including gathering feedback and analyzing data to identify any areas of improvement

Financial Oversight

• Ensure to adhere to budgetary goals, creatively managing cost while fulfilling stakeholder needs.
• Collect and submit all invoices for timely payment within Nete 30 terms

What We're Looking For:

Must-haves:

• Prior Event Management, catering, planning and executing experience
• Knowledge of Steps of Service
• The ability to multitask and manage multiple vent concurrently
• Excellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills
• Must have an open and flexible schedule including mornings, afternoons, nights, weekends and holidays as needed
• Reliable transportation to commute between units
• Valid drivers license to drive company catering vehicles

Nice-to-haves: (Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

Compensation:

$50,000 - $54,000

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About Lancer:

Lancer Hospitality has over 30 years of experience supporting a diverse clientele in a variety of settings with their foodservice needs. Our management experience has allowed us to develop strong, long-lasting, and personal relationships with clients and to build a scope of service that can make a real difference in businesses and communities.

About Elior North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth. At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.