Director of Banquets

New Orleans, LA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

competitive salary

Training and development opportunities

Discounted accommodations at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms

Complimentary employee meals

Discounted parking

Job Description

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a globally recognized luxury hospitality company known for delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining an unwavering commitment to quality and service. Powered by a diverse team of passionate individuals, Four Seasons has created a distinctive culture that fosters continuous personal and professional growth, encouraging employees to push their limits and support one another in a respectful and collaborative environment. This culture drives Four Seasons' dedication to excellence and its worldwide reputation as a premier luxury brand.

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Job Requirements

At least 3 years as department head in banquets
ability to communicate and work cross-functionally within the hotel as well as clients, vendors, and guests
ability to build partnerships and relationships with leaders of the hotel and all operations, including sales and marketing and food and beverage operations
experience in a luxury brand hotel is preferred
must be available to work mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
must be able to lead and motivate a team
must have knowledge of banquet operations and event planning
must have strong organizational and leadership skills

Job Qualifications

At least 3 years experience as a department head in banquets
strong communication skills to work cross-functionally within the hotel and with clients, vendors, and guests
ability to build partnerships and relationships with hotel leaders and operations including Sales and Marketing and Food and Beverage
luxury brand hotel experience preferred

Job Duties

Select, train, evaluate, lead, motivate, coach, and discipline all employees, supervisors and assistant managers in the Hotel’s Banquet Department to ensure cultural and core standards are met
long-range strategic planning for outlet operation
be visible in the operation, provide recognition, promote good public relations, handle complaints, concerns or special requests for guests, clients, and group contacts
coordinate set-up requirements for hotel and off-site functions according to the banquet event order, communicate directly with group contacts, Catering Managers, and Conference Services Managers to ensure all function details are carried out
ensure quality and timeliness of all food items, provide knowledge of wine and spirits in an elegantly appointed environment
work closely with the Director of Food & Beverage, Executive Chef, and Director of Catering to design an effective menu and wine list ensuring excellent product quality at a fair price
attend regular operational meetings to ensure effective coordination and cooperation between departments
control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory and cash control

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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