Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $70,000.00 - $74,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Professional Development
Employee Discounts
wellness programs
Tuition Assistance
Job Description
Columbia University, a prestigious Ivy League institution located in New York City, is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, research, and community engagement. As a leading university, it offers a vibrant work environment that encourages innovation, diversity, and professional growth for its employees. The university strives to maintain a supportive and inclusive workplace culture while providing competitive compensation and benefits. With a focus on catering to a global community, Columbia University recognizes the importance of diverse talents and experiences in enriching its educational and operational offerings.
This role is for an Assistant Banquet Manager under the Manager of Caterin... Show More
This role is for an Assistant Banquet Manager under the Manager of Caterin... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and or its equivalent required
- Up to two years of food and beverage service or other related experience required
- Demonstrated ability to lead as well as collaborate
- Must be detail-oriented and possess excellent organizational and communication skills
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity and cultural sensitivity
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required
- Knowledge of event software such as Delphi or EMS is desired
- Requires a high energy level to ensure proper execution of tasks and smooth functioning of the banquet
- Must be able to work a flexible work schedule, including weekends and holidays
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and or its equivalent
- Up to two years of food and beverage service or other related experience
- Demonstrated ability to lead as well as collaborate
- Must be detail-oriented and possess excellent organizational and communication skills
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity and cultural sensitivity
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Knowledge of event software such as Delphi or EMS is desired
- Requires a high energy level to ensure proper execution of tasks and smooth functioning of the banquet
- Ability to work a flexible work schedule, including weekends and holidays
- Hotel or restaurant degree is preferred
- Knowledge of international foods, cuisine, foreign and domestic wine
- Familiarity with Continental and French Cuisine
- Experience with upscale banquet service and operations
Job Duties
- Provide excellent guest service
- Greet the event host and maintain communication with the host throughout the event to assure complete guest satisfaction
- Work closely with kitchen and stewarding staff to effectively communicate all timing of food functions
- Direct set-up and function flow for events
- Provide functional supervision of porters and or catering delivery staff during set-up, as well as supervision of wait staff during assigned functions
- Assist with the scheduling of catering delivery, waiters, bartenders, and coffee service
- Assist with the recruitment of service personnel
- Train and counsel service employees and ensure that all policies and or guidelines of the guest service standards are followed
- Assist with the coordination of payroll tasks for banquet staff members
- Coordinate requisition of liquor prior to the function
- Requisition soda, dry goods, and other storeroom items
- Assist sales staff with proposed room set-up and capacities
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards
- Ensure organization and cleanliness of all storage rooms and storage spaces
- Inspect banquet rooms to ensure proper set-up and cleanliness
- Communicate any urgent repairs to the relevant department
- Maintain an updated punch list for the engineering and or facilities departments
- Create and maintain accurate menu signage
- Perform other related duties as required
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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