Banquet Manager — Lead High-Profile Stadium Events

Gondola; Nashville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings and Flexible Spending

Life and Disability Insurance

Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital 


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Adoption Assistance

Job summary

Sodexo Live! is seeking an experienced Banquet Manager for Nissan Stadium in Nashville, TN. The role oversees planning, setup, service, and breakdown of banquet events and leads the on-site banquet staff to deliver exceptional experiences.

You will coordinate with culinary leadership, ensure adherence to BEOs, manage expenses, and resolve client issues. A degree or equivalent experience, plus 1–2 years in banquet/hospitality management, are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• 1–2 years of banquet, catering, or hospitality management experience in a hotel, convention center, or high-volume event venue.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with leadership and customer-service focus.
• Familiarity with Banquet Event Order (BEO) software or related event management systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of banquet events, ensuring all details are met according to Banquet Event Orders (BEOs).
• Supervise banquet staff during events, including servers, bartenders, and setup crews.
• Support staff scheduling and training in accordance with event requirements.
• Oversee setup and breakdown of banquet spaces to ensure readiness and compliance with client specifications.
• Work with culinary and banquet leadership to ensure timely food and beverage service.
• Serve as a point of contact for clients during events, resolving service issues and ensuring guest satisfaction.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Leadership

Communication

Customer-service

Banquet event experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Banquet Event Order (BEO) software

Job description

Sodexo Live! is seeking an experienced Banquet Manager for Nissan Stadium in Nashville, TN. The role oversees planning, setup, service, and breakdown of banquet events and leads the on-site banquet staff to deliver exceptional experiences.

You will coordinate with culinary leadership, ensure adherence to BEOs, manage expenses, and resolve client issues. A degree or equivalent experience, plus 1–2 years in banquet/hospitality management, are required.