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Execution of banquet functions to ensure that expectations are met in accordance with the contract, banquet event order, and pre-conference meetings.
Ensuring efficient and safe usage of food and beverage items, banquet equipment, tools, and service equipment.
Ensure fulfillment of banquet requisition of events and/or engagement with clients.
Work with the Banquet Chef and kitchen staff to ensure proper food preparation and timing, and that all last-minute changes are taken care of in order to ensure the highest levels of customer satisfaction.
Regularly check supply levels and complete appropriate requisition forms for additional supplies.
Review banquet event orders with the banquet host, chef, and other banquet staff.
Supervising the placement of tables, chairs, cutlery, plates, glasses, table linens, centerpieces, heating lamps, serving utensils, and carving stations.
Allocate and distribute work among the banquet staff.
Ensure compliance with established standards of service, operating, safety procedures, and personal hygiene and appearance standards of staff.
Promote the practice of service distinctiveness to improve customer satisfaction.
Review internal processes in the customer interaction cycle with culinary, beverage, and stewarding, and identify areas for improvement.
Planning the venue layout according to the number of guests and the type of event.
Assume responsibility for all banquet facilities, including cleanliness, repair, maintenance, and reporting any deficiencies required.
Responsible for building relationships with other Food & Beverage departments to ensure that all resources are being equally shared and that the entire division operates as a team.
Qualifications
Accredited certificate or diploma in Catering, Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or a similar field
Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality and Culinary Arts is preferred.
3-5 years of experience in banquet management or a similar field
Knowledge of catering management software is an added advantage.
Ability to plan banquets, manage budgets and meet deadlines.
Extensive knowledge and experience with catering equipment and venue requirements
In-depth knowledge of best practices in the hospitality industry
Must Reside in Ekiti or open to relocate.
Additional Information
Competitive Compensation.
5-day workweek.
Flextime.
Competitive Health Insurance (Employee + Spouse + 4 children).