Banquet Supervisor (Part time) - InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,573 - 57,786; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) matching

Hotel discounts worldwide

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Banquet Supervisor for the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown. In this role, you will lead banquet functions, ensure setup, and supervise staff while maintaining high-quality service. Key qualifications include one year of banquet service experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift heavy items. The position offers an hourly pay of $35.70 and a competitive benefits package, including healthcare and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• One year experience in banquet service or set-up.
• Large and/or luxury hotel experience preferred.
• Handling items weighing up to 75 pounds.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead the set-up and break-down of banquet functions.
• Work closely with kitchen staff to communicate client needs.
• Greet guests and respond to requests promptly.

Skills

Basic math skills

Strong communication skills

Alcohol awareness certification

Experience in banquet service

Job description

Overview

The InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown Hotel, located in the Wilshire Grand building, offers a 73‑story luxury hotel in Downtown Los Angeles. We seek a Banquet Supervisor to provide outstanding service.

Your Day to Day

• Lead the set‑up and break‑down, service and clean‑up of banquet functions during assigned shift.
• Follow procedures to (1) secure banquet inventory and equipment, (2) safeguard monies and financial transactions, (3) check storage areas for proper supplies, organization, and cleanliness, and (4) minimize misuse and breakage of china, glassware, linen, and supplies to avoid waste.
• Work closely with kitchen staff to communicate speed of service, client numbers, and special requests.
• Set up, serve, and/or break down banquet functions; assign work and monitor performance of scheduled staff; provide training and corrective instruction; alert management of serious issues.
• Greet guests upon arrival; respond to requests and complaints promptly and professionally; may review guest check with client after function and obtain signature.
• Participate in pre‑function meetings and review all information pertinent to service and set‑up of the group.
• Inspect scheduled function areas/rooms, table set‑ups, bar set‑ups, buffet tables, receptions, and coffee breaks for cleanliness, attractiveness, and proper layout.
• May handle incoming/outgoing boxes and exhibit materials; perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Physical Demands

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills; one year experience in banquet service or set‑up; large and/or luxury hotel experience preferred.
• Handling, carrying, or lifting items weighing up to 75 pounds (tables, chairs, trays, bus tubs).
• Moving about the function areas; bending, stooping, kneeling.
• Strong communication skills used frequently with guests and staff.
• Reading and writing abilities utilized often with banquet event orders, guest checks, and instructions.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
• Basic math skills for proper set‑up of function space and communication of guest checks.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Benefits

The hourly pay range is $35.70. Competitive financial and benefits package includes healthcare and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, and a matched 401(k) program. Hotel discounts worldwide are available. We also give you the room to be yourself.

Important Information

• The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we believe we would pay for this role at the time of posting. The range may be modified in the future.
• No amount of pay is considered wages until earned, vested, and determinable. Bonuses, commissions, or other compensation remain at the company’s discretion.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process, a request can be submitted.
• IHG does not accept unsolicited CVs/resumes from staffing agencies.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We follow the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and California Fair Chance Act. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered.