Banquet Supervisor- DoubleTree by Hilton Mclean Tysons, Weekly Pay

Bfsaulhotels; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Bonus plans

Job summary

B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is seeking a Banquet Operations leader to ensure effective daily management of the banquet department. The role drives revenue, maximizes profit, and ensures quality while supervising staff to meet guest needs and brand standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating staff, delivering excellent service, and upholding health and liquor regulations. Strong communication and leadership are essential for success in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of progressive banquet experience; minimum 1 year supervisory/management experience.
• Ability to communicate well with all levels; problem-solve with team members and guests.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical: lift up to 50 lbs regularly; occasional keg handling up to 150 lbs with assistance.
• 1 year of banquet experience in hotel industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee effective operation of banquet outlets; lead staff to meet business goals.
• Ensure guest satisfaction; uphold food & beverage service standards and timely responses to needs.
• Coach, hire, and develop team members; set goals and provide feedback.
• Support revenue goals and cost control; schedule labor according to budget.
• Conduct safety inspections and maintain a clean, compliant work environment.
• Maintain clear written and verbal communication; participate in department/hotel meetings.

Skills

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree or equivalent

Serve Safe / TIPS / CARE certification

Job description

B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is a subsidiary of the largest private real estate company in the Washington, D.C. area, and has been in operation for over 130 years. The Hospitality Group operates a portfolio of more than 20 business class hotels with top brands from Intercontinental Hotel Groups, Marriott International, Hilton, and Best Western Hotels: along with The Watermark Hotel, The Hay-Adams Hotel, and Perch Putt. These properties are operated by a team of more than 1,000 enthusiastic hospitality professionals!

This position is responsible for ensuring overall effective operations of the banquet department, including adherence to all health regulations and liquor laws. Uses leadership skills to drive revenue, maximize profit, and ensure quality. Accountable for management of assigned staff to ensure achievement of overall financial results, guest satisfaction, and positive team member relations.

• Effective Operation of Banquet Outlets:Assists in leading the food & beverage staff to ensure department operates efficiently and business goals are achieved. Attends appropriate meetings and communicates effectively with all responsible staff to ensure guest and team member needs are met.
• Guest Service:Accountable for guest satisfaction by ensuring food and beverage service standards are met and guest needs are responded to in a timely manner. Resolves guest complaints in courteous and friendly manner, focusing on service recovery when applicable. Works side by side with staff to train and model appropriate guest service standards.
• People Management and Development: Assists in interviewing, hiring, coaching, and development of all team members. Evaluates staff performance and takes appropriate corrective action as needed to hold team members accountable. Motivates staff by setting goals, providing ongoing feedback, and rewarding/recognizing team members. Assists in training all team members and ensuring training records are maintained. Analyzes quality issues, identifies training needs and ensures implementation to improve results. Utilizes available resources and adheres to B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group training policies. Ensures all company, brand, and department specific training requirements are met.
• Financial Expectations: Supports business revenue goals by implementing and delivering service programs. Responsible for building and maintaining client relationships to drive repeat business/customer referrals. Assists in implementing changes to banquet operations based on sales and guest comments. Supports management of expenses to maximize hotel profitability. Supports effective labor management through proper scheduling, monitoring, and adjusting based on business needs and the departmental budget. Follows B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group procurement guidelines and applies good business judgment. Manages and maintains company assets to stay within budget guidelines.
• Safety/Risk Management: Conduct routine inspections of banquet operations to maintain quality food, beverage and kitchen/restaurant standards per B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group, brand, local, state and federal regulations. Ensures a clean and safe work environment, and follows all B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group’s procedures for guest/team member incidents.
• Self/Workload Management: Responsible for effective self/workload management. Demonstrates clear written and verbal communication skills. Promotes collaboration and positive, professional work environment. Attends all daily, weekly and/or monthly department/hotel meetings to ensure proper communication/planning occurs. Adheres to all B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group Standard Operating Procedures.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Education: High school diploma or GED required. College degree or equivalent experience required. Serve Safe, TIPS or CARE beverage service certification or the ability to obtain certification is required.
• Experience/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 2+ years of progressive banquet experience required, with a minimum of one year supervisory/management experience. Must have the ability to communicate well with all levels within and outside the organization, and be able to problem-solve with team members and guests. Must be able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical: Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis throughout shift. Ability to lift, transport, and connect a keg weighing up to 150 pounds an occasional basis with assistance. Requires ability to work extended hours based on business needs, with physically demanding responsibilities such as walking, standing, carrying, and lifting throughout the extended shift.
• 1 year of Banquet Experience in hotel industry

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Prefer 2+ years of supervisory/management experience in a hotel setting of similar brand or distinction. Prefer experience with venue of similar size, volume, and reputation for focus on guest satisfaction. Basic knowledge of culinary operation, restaurant, banquet and beverage service.
• Bartending and Serving experience in hotel industry

Required:

Open Availability, no restrictions

Banquet Experience

The actual base pay offered is determined by several variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held. Base pay is one component of B. F. Saul Company & Affiliates total compensation package, which also includes access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, bonus plans and more.

B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring diverse professionals.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled