Banquets Operations Lead - Premier Events

Kalahari Resorts; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

401(k) matching

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Employee discounts and perks

Education assistance programs

Job summary

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking an Assistant Banquets Director to lead front-of-house banquet and beverage teams, ensuring events run smoothly and to standard. You will partner with the Director of Banquets on staffing, setup, execution, and service quality across multiple events.

This hands-on leadership role emphasizes team direction, problem-solving, and adherence to safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness standards. Strong operations acumen and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Three+ years of management experience in a major convention center or large hotel (500+ rooms).
• Beverage service experience is required.
• Banquet Manager experience is preferred.
• Bi-lingual abilities in English and Spanish are helpful.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front-of-house banquet and beverage teams across events.
• Ensure events are executed efficiently, safely, and to standard.
• Develop event plans, staffing schedules, and equipment needs.
• Collaborate with catering, kitchen, sales, and other departments to meet specs.
• Provide training and supervision to staff; ensure good guest experiences.

Skills

Management experience

Beverage experience

Banquet management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking an Assistant Banquets Director to lead front-of-house banquet and beverage teams, ensuring events run smoothly and to standard. You will partner with the Director of Banquets on staffing, setup, execution, and service quality across multiple events.

This hands-on leadership role emphasizes team direction, problem-solving, and adherence to safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness standards. Strong operations acumen and clear communication are essential.