Banquets Operations Lead: Orchestrate Elite Events

management-davidsonhospitality; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Coverage

Teledoc service

Free Maintenance Medications

Pet Insurance

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Westin Indianapolis, part of Davidson Hospitality Group, seeks an Assistant Director of Banquets to lead banquet managers, captains, servers, and the set-up team, delivering unforgettable events in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

You will coordinate with guests and other departments, manage schedules, and train staff to exceed guest expectations, with opportunities for growth, a dynamic team, and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in banquets
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment
• In-depth knowledge of banquet operations and industry trends
• Strong financial acumen and budgeting skills
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Responsibilities

• Directing, scheduling, training, and leading banquet managers, captains, servers, and a set-up department
• Supervise the set up of functions according to event specifications
• Coordinate with other departments and with guests to ensure events run smoothly according to event orders

Skills

Leadership

Banquets operations

Budgeting

Event coordination

Communication

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in banquets

Job description

The Westin Indianapolis, part of Davidson Hospitality Group, seeks an Assistant Director of Banquets to lead banquet managers, captains, servers, and the set-up team, delivering unforgettable events in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

You will coordinate with guests and other departments, manage schedules, and train staff to exceed guest expectations, with opportunities for growth, a dynamic team, and competitive compensation.