Banquet Manager - DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Banquet Manager, where you will lead the execution of memorable events and ensure exceptional guest experiences. This full-time role offers the opportunity to manage a dynamic team, oversee banquet functions, and contribute to the hotel's financial success. With a commitment to employee wellbeing, the company provides innovative benefits that support both personal and professional growth. If you're passionate about hospitality and ready to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Go Hilton travel program

Access to pay through DailyPay

Employee stock purchase program

Maternity and parental leave

Debt-Free Education

Flexible shifts

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Mental health resources

Best-in-Class Paid Time Off

401K plan with company match

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and management skills in hospitality settings.
• Experience in planning and executing events.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily banquet functions and ensure outstanding guest service.
• Recruit, train, and develop team members for optimal performance.

Skills

Hospitality

Leadership

Teamwork

Customer Focus

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management

Job description

Job Description - Banquet Manager - DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene (HOT0BJE1)

Job Number:

HOT0BJE1

Work Locations

: DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene 500 Cypress St. Abilene 79601

DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene is currently seeking a Banquet Manager to join our team.

This is a Full-Time position, candidates must have full availability including nights, weekends and holidays.

What will I be doing?

As a Banquet Manager, you would be responsible for managing the daily execution of all banquet functions in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Manage daily Banquet functions to include, but not limited to, planning, organizing and executing breakfasts, coffee breaks, luncheons, dinners, cocktail receptions, galas, etc.
• Oversee the set up of function rooms to include, but not limited to, the placement of linens, silver, glassware and chinaware according to event specifications and a full inspection.
• Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision, scheduling, conducting counselling and evaluations, and delivering recognition and reward.
• Recruit, interview and train team members.
• Communicate function specifications, procedures and changes with affected departments including, but not limited to, the Food and Beverage, Event Services, Property Operations, Audio Visual and Housekeeping.
• Oversee the break down of the function room and ensure proper storage of equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards.

What are the benefits of working for Hilton?*

Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:

• Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel.
• Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay.
• Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount!
• Maternity and parental leave, including 12 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents and four weeks of paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents.
• Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications.
• Flexible shifts and days off.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage for you and your family, including Telemedicine and at-home care via AmazonCare.
• Mental health resources including free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement.

**Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment.

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline.

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Customer Focus

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision