Director of Banquet

**Job Description** Director of Banquets (Full Time)**

Engaging service, delicious cuisine, and distinctive surroundings make every special event at Rixos a truly memorable affair. As Director of Banquets, you will provide vision and leadership that fosters an engaged team and ensures quality, efficiency, and superior service at each group function.

**What you will be doing**:

- Reporting to the Director of Food & Beverage, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

- Ensure all functions maintain a first-class and positive visual impact; including ambiance, décor, and service delivery
- Coach and train the Banquet leadership team in all aspects of the department
- Follow the annual budget and administer it in a fiscally responsible manner
- Ensure all financial reporting is maintained and accurate billing for each banquet meeting is recorded
- Assume responsibility for all banquet facilities, including cleanliness, repair and maintenance, reporting any deficiencies as required
- Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs
- Other duties as assigned

**Physical Aspect of the Position (include but are not limited to)**:

- Constant standing and walking throughout shift
- Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs
- Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
- Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

**Qualifications** Your experience and skills include**:

- Previous leadership experience in food and beverage required
- University/College degree in a related discipline preferred
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
- Highly responsible & reliable
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
- Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
- Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times