Banquet Manager
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Phoenix Tempe

2100 South Priest Drive

Tempe, AZ 85282

270 Room Hotel
Managed By Driftwood Hospitality Management
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Phoenix Tempe
Tempe, AZ

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Job Summary

To supervise the banquet set up staff in the setup, break down, and service of all meeting rooms in accordance with hotels high standards of quality.

Essential Job Functions

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. The Hotel operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, so operational demands require variations in shift days, starting times, and hours worked in a week.

  • Supervise the Banquet employees; schedule, train, empower, coach and counsel, resolve problems, provide open communication, recommend discipline as appropriate.
  • Supervise and set-up the food and beverage preparation and service to ensure compliance with Banquet Event Orders, and Catering procedures and to ensure an optimal level of service, quality, and hospitality.
  • Meet with the customers to review the Banquet Event Order and to review any changes, issues and/or problems to ensure delivery of a quality product.
  • Monitor and control the maintenance/sanitation of the Banquet areas and equipment to protect the assets and ensure quality service. Provides weekly linen inventory needs to the housekeeping department.
  • Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
  • Follows safety and security procedures and rules.
  • Knows department fire prevention and emergency procedures.
  • Utilizes protective equipment.
  • Reports unsafe conditions to supervisor.
  • Reports accidents, injuries, near-misses, property damage or loss to supervisor.
  • Provides for a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures and rules.
  • All team members must maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance. (Specific standards outlined in team member handbook).
  • Perform any related duties as requested by supervisor/manager.
  • Assists other Banquet Personnel when need.

    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Minimum of high school education or equivalent.
  • One full year of employment in a banquet or supervisory position is required.
  • Requires a working knowledge of hotels banquet/catering food and beverage services.
  • Communication skills required to provide information and associated services to hotel management and guests.
  • Hold a current Food Handler Card.
  • Must have basic knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette.
  • Knowledge of the appropriate table settings and service ware. Knowledge of various types of equipment and set up styles used in the meeting rooms. For example: different table types (round, schoolroom, etc.,).
  • Ability to understand verbal English sufficient to understand verbal job requests from supervisor and guests.

    Physical Demands

  • Ability to lift and move multiple tables and chairs and podiums weighing up to 80 lbs. through a crowded room. This position requires considerable physical activity on a continuous basis throughout the shift for room set up and break downs.
  • Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise move or push goods on a hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 100 lbs.
  • Frequent twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing, and smiling.

    Benefits

    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Disability insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance
    • Room Discounts
    • Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

    EEO: Driftwood Hospitality Management is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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    DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Phoenix Tempe

    270 Room Hotel

    Easy access to ASU, stadium, and airport

    We're off I-10, two miles from Arizona State University, Tempe campus. Catch the LA Angels during spring training at Diablo Stadium, and explore Mill Avenue shopping district, both within 10 minutes. Every stay starts with a warm DoubleTree cookie, and we have a 24-hour airport shuttle, heated outdoor pool, and 24-hour fitness center.