Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $85,000.00 - $90,000.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
wellness programs
Job Description
Nestled along the picturesque Pacific Coast, La Bahia Hotel & Spa offers a charming blend of Spanish-Mediterranean architectural beauty and exquisite beachfront luxury. Located where Monterey Bay meets Santa Cruz's coveted Main Beach, this upscale hospitality establishment is renowned for its romantic setting, world-class globally influenced cuisine, unique cocktails, and wellness experiences that draw inspiration from the region's agricultural richness and coastal spirit. La Bahia Hotel & Spa stands as a beacon for both locals and travelers seeking a refined yet relaxed coastal retreat, combining scenic beauty, top-tier amenities, and an immersive cultural experience.
La Bahia Hotel & Spa is currently looking for an experienced and passionate Banquets Manager to join its dedicated team. The role centers around providing exceptional banquet and event services that align with the hotel’s prestigious reputation, inspired by Forbes standards. This is a full-time position offering an annual salary ranging from $85,000 to $90,000, reflecting the seniority and responsibility required for the role. As Banquets Manager, you will be responsible for the comprehensive oversight of banquet operations including indoor ballroom events, vibrant outdoor functions, and poolside gatherings, ensuring every event is smoothly executed and exceeds guest expectations.
This dynamic position demands a leader who is adept at managing complex event logistics—from initial client engagement and customized menu planning in collaboration with culinary staff, through to flawless event setup and post-event evaluations. The successful candidate will lead with innovation and operational excellence, continuously refining service standards, training programs, and operational procedures to elevate the guest experience. This manager plays a crucial role in shaping the banquet and food & beverage departments, driving team performance, and maintaining compliance with sanitation and safety regulations.
In addition to operational duties, the Banquets Manager at La Bahia Hotel & Spa is expected to foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, open communication, professional growth, and mutual respect. Responsibilities extend to budget management, labor control, inventory oversight, and ensuring accurate payroll and service charge submissions. This role requires a visionary leader capable of inspiring and developing their teams while maintaining the highest levels of hospitality standards and guest satisfaction. For professionals seeking a challenging and rewarding role in luxury hospitality, La Bahia Hotel & Spa represents an exceptional opportunity to make a tangible impact within a prestigious and scenic hotel setting.
La Bahia Hotel & Spa is currently looking for an experienced and passionate Banquets Manager to join its dedicated team. The role centers around providing exceptional banquet and event services that align with the hotel’s prestigious reputation, inspired by Forbes standards. This is a full-time position offering an annual salary ranging from $85,000 to $90,000, reflecting the seniority and responsibility required for the role. As Banquets Manager, you will be responsible for the comprehensive oversight of banquet operations including indoor ballroom events, vibrant outdoor functions, and poolside gatherings, ensuring every event is smoothly executed and exceeds guest expectations.
This dynamic position demands a leader who is adept at managing complex event logistics—from initial client engagement and customized menu planning in collaboration with culinary staff, through to flawless event setup and post-event evaluations. The successful candidate will lead with innovation and operational excellence, continuously refining service standards, training programs, and operational procedures to elevate the guest experience. This manager plays a crucial role in shaping the banquet and food & beverage departments, driving team performance, and maintaining compliance with sanitation and safety regulations.
In addition to operational duties, the Banquets Manager at La Bahia Hotel & Spa is expected to foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, open communication, professional growth, and mutual respect. Responsibilities extend to budget management, labor control, inventory oversight, and ensuring accurate payroll and service charge submissions. This role requires a visionary leader capable of inspiring and developing their teams while maintaining the highest levels of hospitality standards and guest satisfaction. For professionals seeking a challenging and rewarding role in luxury hospitality, La Bahia Hotel & Spa represents an exceptional opportunity to make a tangible impact within a prestigious and scenic hotel setting.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Three to four years minimum experience as banquet and events manager or food and beverage manager
- Experience in luxury hotel or resort environment
- Knowledge of food and beverage laws and regulations
- Proven leadership and team development skills
- Experience with budget and labor control
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple events and operations simultaneously
- Familiarity with luxury hospitality service standards
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage conflict and solve problems effectively
Job Qualifications
- Three to four years minimum experience as banquet and events manager or food and beverage manager in a luxury hotel or resort
- Luxury resort experience preferred
- Hotel opening experience a plus
- Dynamic and entrepreneurial leadership style
- Knowledge of local and state laws related to food and alcoholic beverages
- Knowledge of luxury F&B service standards including Forbes 5 Star and AAA 5 Diamond
- Excellent beverage knowledge
- Strong leadership and motivation skills
- Strong management reporting skills
- Strong business acumen
- Effective written, verbal, and formal presentation communication skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Effective conflict management skills
- Ability to influence others
- Strong organizational skills
Job Duties
- Responsible for ongoing banquet and pool operations
- Assist in refining, updating, and creating training and development tools
- Develop and execute service standards, selling strategies and menu descriptions
- Inspire, coach, train, and develop banquet and pool teams
- Maintain a work environment encouraging teamwork, communication, and positive problem solving
- Control labor through efficient planning, budgeting, and staffing guidelines
- Control expenses via strategic purchasing and inventory control
- Ensure sanitation standards compliance
- Operate within cleanliness and organization compliance
- Report monthly inventory and subpar levels
- Train and maintain hotel policies and procedures
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures and training tools
- Develop programs for F&B teams with overall execution responsibility
- Manage performance through communication, development, coaching, and disciplinary action
- Oversee administrative duties related to staffing, scheduling, POS system, reporting, cash handling, budget management, and competitive surveying
- Ensure payroll and service charge distributions are managed and submitted on time
- Coordinate with other department heads for smooth operations
- Stay current on local restaurant trends and communicate to team
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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