Banquet Manager - Colonial Heritage Club

Taylor Hospitality; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Hospitality in Williamsburg, VA is seeking a hands-on Banquet Lead to oversee event service from pre-shift to wrap. You will coordinate staff, ensure proper setup per BEOs, and adapt quickly to changes while maintaining a smooth guest experience in a high-volume setting.

The role requires 1+ year of F&B experience, strong leadership, and a calm, clear communicator who prioritizes the team. This on-site position offers hourly pay with tip share possibilities.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of food and beverage experience or equivalent training.
• Supervisory experience is a plus.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must be a calm problem-solver who communicates clearly, handles last-minute changes well and puts the team first.

Responsibilities

• Lead the banquet team from pre-shift to end of event; assign staff and check uniforms.
• Read the BEO and ensure room layouts, equipment and vendor setups match.
• Keep servers, bartenders and support staff updated on needs and timeline changes.
• Prepare for key moments like toasts, cake cutting, reserved seating and signs.
• Be the go-to person for hosts and VIP guests during events.
• Set up, break down and clean function rooms; ensure silverware, dishes and chafers are spotless.
• Report broken equipment or maintenance needs to Restaurant Manager or F&B Director.

Skills

F&B Experience

Supervisory Experience

Clear Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

What you’ll do

• Lead the banquet team from pre-shift to the end of the event: assign staff, check uniforms and keep the event running smoothly
• Read the BEO and make sure room layouts, equipment and vendor setups match it
• Keep servers, bartenders and support staff updated on needs and any timeline changes
• Get everything ready for the big moments: toasts, cake cutting, reserved seating and signs
• Be the go-to person for hosts and VIP guests who need anything during the event
• Set up, break down and clean function rooms, and make sure silverware, dishes and chafers are spotless before every event
• Report broken equipment or maintenance needs to the Restaurant Manager or F&B Director

What we’re looking for

• At least one year of food and beverage experience, or similar training
• Supervisory experience is a plus
• High school diploma or GED
• A calm problem-solver who communicates clearly, handles last-minute changes well and puts the team first

Compensation and Benefits

$12.00 - $14.00 / hr + share of tip pool per hour based on experience

Additional Information:

Please note this job description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Standard Operating Procedures, Training Checklists, and Departmental Handbooks will be provided to ensure the associate is trained in all duties and responsibilities of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Up to Par Management and Taylor Hospitality are Equal Employment Opportunity companies, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, or disability.