F&B and Banquet Manager

Highgate; New York; Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Zusammenfassung

Highgate Hotels is seeking a talented F&B and Banquets Manager to lead daily operations of our banquet and food & beverage outlets at The Harmonie Club in Manhattan. You will supervise staff, coordinate events, and ensure high-quality service, while managing budgets and compliance with health and safety standards.

The role requires strong guest service focus, excellent communication, and proven leadership in hospitality.

Qualifikationen

• Excellent verbal and written communication with guests and staff
• Ability to multitask and prioritize departmental functions
• Strong guest-service orientation and problem-solving skills
• Proven leadership of F&B teams in banquet and events settings
• Experience managing budgets, payroll and inventories

Aufgaben

• Oversee daily operation of F&B outlets and banquets
• Supervise outlet staff and ensure high service standards
• Coordinate weddings, conferences and meetings from setup to cleanup
• Plan menus, monitor compliance with health and safety regulations
• Manage event budgets, timelines and vendor relations
• Train and develop staff, conduct performance reviews
• Ensure guest satisfaction and handle complaints effectively
• Collaborate with kitchen leadership on BEOs and event details

Kenntnisse

Communication

Multitasking

Guest service

Team leadership

Budgeting & cost control

Jobbeschreibung

Compensation Type

Yearly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.www.highgate.com

Location

The Harmonie Club is a special oasis in the heart of Manhattan for discerning members to enjoy dining, social events, athletic facilities, diverse programming, and camaraderie. We offer a workspace with complimentary coffee and wifi on weekdays and a historic clubhouse that features a beautiful oak-paneled dining room with gold-leaf ceiling and antique Caldwell chandeliers, timeless ballrooms for special events and corporate gatherings, and a welcoming atmosphere that many members enjoy as their home away from home.

Overview

The F&B and Banquets Manager is responsible for assisting in coordinating, supervising and directing all aspects of F&B outlet’s operations, while maintaining a profitable F&B outlet and high quality products and service levels. They will also oversee all aspects of event planning and execution, including coordinating setup, food service, and cleanup for weddings, conferences, and meetings to ensure high customer satisfaction. They are expected to market ideas to promote business; reduce employee turnover; maintain revenue and payroll budgets; and meet budgeted productivity while keeping quality consistently high.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the daily operation of the outlet.
• Supervise outlet personnel.
• Respond to member complaints in a timely manner.
• Work with other F&B managers and keep them informed of issues as they arise.
• Keep immediate supervisor fully informed of all problems or matters requiring his/her attention.
• Assist in coordinating and monitoring all phases of Loss Prevention in the outlet.
• Prepare and submit required reports in a timely manner.
• Ensure preparation of required reports, including (but not limited to) Wage Progress, payroll, revenue, employee Schedules, quarterly actions plans, daily recap.
• Monitor quality of service in F&B outlet.
• Assist in menu planning and preparation.
• Ensure compliance with all local liquor laws, and health and sanitation regulations.
• Ensure compliance with SOP’s in all outlets.
• Ensure compliance with requisition procedures.
• Be visible on the floor and assist staff as needed during each meal period.
• Conduct staff performance reviews in accordance with Highgate Hotel standards.
• Ensure the training of employees on SOP’s and technical job tasks.
• Be involved in and/or conduct departmental and club training (CARE, One to One), etc.
• Interview candidates for front-of-house F&B positions and follow standards for hiring approvals.
• Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
• Coordinate details of contracts, including layout, decor, and timelines for events.
• Train, schedule, and supervise F&B outlets and banquet staff, bartenders, and supervisors.
• Meet with Catering Sales Manager to understand needs, provide proposals, and ensure expectations are met.
• Collaborate with Kitchen Leadership to fulfill Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)
• Supervise the layout of tables, decorations, and equipment for events to ensure they meet, or exceed, company standards.
• Act as a manager on duty to ensure high-quality service during events and handle guest complaints or issues effectively.
• Manage event budgets, monitor inventory of supplies and equipment, and process billing for events.

Qualifications

• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
• Attend all club required meetings and trainings.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing nametags.
• Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
• Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.
• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Proven experience as a banquet or F&B manager, supervisor, or similar role in hospitality preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, nights, and holidays.

Benefits

Highgate offers the following benefits package for this position:

• Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave (provided in accordance with applicable law)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid jury duty leave, personal leave, medical leave, and military leave in accordance with applicable law

Posting Date

This job opening was posted on October 27,2026and will remain open for at least 14 days.