Hotel Jobs: Job #128718 - Assistant Banquet Manager

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Assistant Banquet Manager

Career opportunity with company that owns over 80 upscale hotels. Hotel is very busy with extensive meeting facilities. Majority of hotels are in small cities where housing is affordable.

Property:
Embassy Suites Norman
Norman, OK

Managed by:
John Q Hammons Hotels Management LLC
Springfield, MO

Why You Want to Work for Us

Great company with fantastic promotion opportunities.

Who Will this Job Appeal To?

An individual who enjoys busy Banquet Departments specializing in innovative set-ups and upscale menus.
A person that enjoys working in a Banquet Department that is aggressively marketed.
Someone who enjoys a property that aggressively sells social and other catering functions.
Someone who wants to join a very progressive company.
An individual looking for promotion.

Scope of this Position

Work closely with Banquet Manager to assure all groups receive great service.
Run informative line-ups each day and coordinate functions taking place in different meeting rooms at the same time.
Train and develop people to replace you to speed your own promotional opportunities.
Position will be responsible for supervising/managing/overseeing the following departments: Banquets
In preparing for this position, candidate ideally will have worked in at least the following departments or positions: Banquet Manager
This position reports to: Banquet Manager
Position will be required to work a varied schedule that may include evenings, nights, and week-ends.

Job Requirements

Must be a citizen of this country or possess a valid work permit.

Technical Requirements:

Experience supervising numerous banquets at the same time.
Experience handling multi-million dollar Banquet operations.
Maintain a balance between floor supervision, administration, employee training and mentoring, and hosting/communicating with groups.
Assure consistency in service through ongoing training.
Coordinate meal and set up requests with appropriate Departments.
Excellent communications with FO, Catering, and Sales.
Experience ordering supplies, lines, uniforms, etc.
Improve quality and consistency.

Managerial Requirements:

Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.
Maintain a good working relationship with guests, groups, and personnel from other departments.
Track record promoting an atmosphere of teamwork.
Demonstrate ability to lead by example.
Use a "hands-on" approach to management.
Instill a guest service attitude in all employees.

Business Skills:

Excellent time management skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Good knowledge of computers.
Strong customer service orientation and skills.
Exceptional detail in follow-up.
Excellent cost control skills
Solid scheduling experience.
Resolve problems.
Create courteous, friendly, professional work environment.

Educational Requirements:

AA/AS Two year degree.

Compensation

Salary	Competitive
Relocation	We will pay relocation costs as agreed upon at time of hiring

Benefits

Paid Vacation	Yes
Paid Time Off	Yes

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Vision Insurance

Free Parking
Matching 401-k
Company Hotel Travel Discounts
An Equal Opportunity Employer
We provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or disability.

How to Apply

Job #128718 — Assistant Banquet Manager

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Embassy Suites Norman

2501 Conference Dr
Norman, OK 73069

Management

Managed by

John Q Hammons Hotels Management LLC - Springfield, MO

Property Description

Conveniently located within minutes of the University of Oklahoma, downtown Oklahoma City, Will Rogers World Airport, and Tinker AFB.

Each spacious two-room suite includes a separate bedroom and living room. A gueen sized sleeper sofa, a well-lit dining and work area make it easy for guests to work or relax. Guest stays include a complimentary cooked to order breakfast and nightly Manager's reception.

Enjoy a meal in the University Sports Grill, a drink in our lobby lounge, or enjoy a meeting one of the 17 beautifully appointed meeting rooms.

Our ballroom at 28,800 sq ft is only a portion of our 80,000 sq ft of flexible meeting space.

Our professional staff of event planners bring together beautiful facilities, catering, and audio-visual services for every event.

Why People Like to Work for Us