DIRECTOR OF BANQUETS

Flik Intl; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Banquets to oversee the successful operation of its banquets department. This role requires a dynamic leader who can motivate and empower associates while ensuring all banquet activities are executed to the highest standard. The ideal candidate will have a passion for hospitality, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously. Join a team that values growth, recognition, and a commitment to excellence in service. If you are ready to take your career to the next level in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Qualifications

• 5+ years in hospitality, with 4 years in management, preferably Catering.
• ServSafe Certified is a plus; valid clean driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Banquet Managers and Associates for successful events.
• Conduct daily meetings and ensure event setups meet standards.
• Manage payroll and oversee the ordering of beverages and food.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Team Building Skills

Event Coordination

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality

Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts

Tools

Banquet Event Order (BEO) Management

Payroll Management Software

Job description

Join to apply for the DIRECTOR OF BANQUETS role at Flik Hospitality Group.

Salary: $90,000 / year

What Makes FLIK Click

What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.

Job Summary

The Director of Banquets is responsible for the successful operation of the banquets department. Ensures all banquet activities are carried out professionally and to standard while maximizing profitability. Manages, motivates and empowers associates. Serves as the banquet department liaison to all other hotel departments. Must demonstrate excellent leadership, communication and team building skills with associates, peers and across departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and support for all Banquet Managers and Banquet Associates.
• Conduct Daily Pre-Shift Meetings with Banquet Managers, Housemen, and Servers.
• Coordinate and ensure the needs of the Conference Services and Catering departments with the managers of interrelated departments.
• Conduct walkthroughs of Banquet areas multiple times a day to ensure event setup is accurate and meeting rooms and public spaces are maintained.
• Train and evaluate Banquet Associates in accordance with the standards of the company policies and guidelines.
• Hire, train, motivate, discipline, direct, and supervise the work of all Associates in the Banquet Department.
• Schedule Associates to maintain service standards while operating within budgeted labor cost guidelines.
• Ensure proper care, security and maintenance of hotel property and equipment through proper supervision of service personnel.
• Maintain daily housekeeping program to include storage and operational areas and colleague appearance.
• Solely responsible to prepare payroll and gratuity reports as required (banquet checks included).
• Attend and participate in all required meetings on a regular basis.
• Manage Banquet BEO Book through BEO Distro, Change log, and verbal/emailed changes.
• Organize and orchestrate any last minute changes or details to events.
• Post all BEOs and give instructions to Managers, Housemen, and Banquet Servers to ensure the success of the function.
• Communicate directly with clients and go over the details of their events.
• Oversee ordering of Liquor, Beer, and Wine as well as all non-alcoholic beverages and food.
• Directly oversee the actual set-up and service of contracted events by giving specific menu information to the servers, by coordinating the timing of the events with the Executive Chef / Banquet Chef and by assigning functions to the Managers, Housemen, and Banquet Servers to ensure the success of the event.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree is required in Hospitality or Culinary Arts, Bachelor’s degree Preferred.
• Minimum of five years of experience in hospitality industry including four years in management (preferably Catering Management) is required.
• The ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean up is also essential.
• ServSafe Certified a plus.
• Must have a valid clean driving license.

Apply to Flik today!

Flik is a member of Compass Group USA.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates At Flik Hospitality Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave