Luxury Banqueting & Events Manager

Village n Life; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff housing options

Staff facilities access

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

The Bay Hotel in Camps Bay, part of Village n Life, seeks a Banqueting Manager to lead planning, coordination and execution of banqueting events, conferences, weddings and private functions. You will work with Events, Sales, Kitchen and F&B to ensure seamless execution from planning to completion.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in banqueting or luxury hotel F&B, strong leadership, budgeting skills and a hands-on, guest‑focused approach.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• A relevant qualification in Hospitality Management would be advantageous.
• 3–5 years' experience in banqueting, events or F&B operations, preferably in a luxury hotel.
• Previous supervisory or management experience in banqueting or large-scale functions.
• Strong knowledge of event setup, banquet service standards and F&B operations.
• Proven ability to manage teams, delegate, and maintain standards under pressure.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong financial awareness, including budgeting and cost control.
• Hands‑on, solutions‑driven approach with attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, preparation and execution of banqueting events and functions.
• Coordinate with Events, Sales, Kitchen and F&B teams for seamless delivery.
• Manage event setups, layouts, service requirements, menus and schedules.
• Ensure events meet service standards and guest expectations.
• Develop and manage banqueting budgets and monitor costs.
• Oversee staffing, duty allocations, scheduling and briefings.
• Recruit, train and coach banqueting staff to high standards.
• Maintain stock levels and equipment, ensure proper handling of supplies.
• Monitor service quality and presentation during events.
• Conduct pre-event briefings and post-event reviews for improvements.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders for requirements and changes.
• Handle feedback, complaints and operational challenges professionally.
• Ensure health, safety, hygiene and SOP compliance.
• Maintain event records, staff schedules and cost-control docs.
• Identify ways to improve service delivery and efficiency.

Skills

Team management

Event coordination

Budgeting

Cost control

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grade 12

Hospitality management qualification (advantage)

Job description

The Bay Hotel in Camps Bay, part of Village n Life, seeks a Banqueting Manager to lead planning, coordination and execution of banqueting events, conferences, weddings and private functions. You will work with Events, Sales, Kitchen and F&B to ensure seamless execution from planning to completion.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in banqueting or luxury hotel F&B, strong leadership, budgeting skills and a hands-on, guest‑focused approach.