Assistant Banqueting Manager

Hospitality Jobs Africa; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality recruitment firm in Durban seeks an Assistant Banqueting Manager to support the planning and execution of events. Key responsibilities include supervising banqueting staff, managing resources, and ensuring exceptional guest satisfaction. Applicants should possess previous banqueting experience, strong organisational skills, and be able to work flexible hours. This role offers an opportunity to develop strategic planning and operational leadership competencies while maintaining high service standards.

Qualifications

• Previous banqueting or conferencing experience required.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work flexible hours.
• Must be fully referenceable and have 1-3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of banqueting and event functions.
• Supervise and coordinate banqueting staff.
• Maintain health, safety, and hygiene standards.

Skills

Organisational skills

Client liaison

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

As Assistant Banqueting Manager, you will support the planning, setup, and execution of all banqueting and event functions, ensuring seamless operations from preparation to post‑event wrap‑up. You will supervise and coordinate banqueting staff, manage stock and resources, and act as a key point of contact on the day of events to ensure exceptional service and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

Assist with staff training, scheduling, and performance monitoring, while maintaining health, safety, and hygiene standards. Develop exposure to strategic planning, client liaison, and overall operational leadership.

Qualifications

• Previous banqueting or conferencing experience
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Fully referenceable
• Between 1 - 3 Years