Banquet Manager / Maître D’
13 days ago
$65000–$100000 yearly
Full-time
Flatlands, Brooklyn
Well established catering hall in search of a full-time banquet manger. The position consists of a five-day work week, predominately administrative work throughout select weekdays and Maître d’ on weekends. The position requires a minimum five years of experience both in banquet sales and banquet Maître d. As a Banquet Manager you will be expected to: - Work with clients both pre-existing and new inquiries on a daily basis (both in person and via phone/email) - Solicit new catering business through professional sales techniques - Conduct initial tours of the venue with perspective clients and generate estimates in order to convert bookings - Communicate with clients regarding their upcoming functions as their big day approaches - Document and review all details of each customer engagement in order to maintain a thorough understanding of what the customer expects of us - Manage both the planning process leading up to an event as well as the successful execution of that event - Possess the ability to handle extremely high workloads at times - Must possess the ability to navigate unforeseeable circumstances that may arise with clients and arrive at a conclusion that is satisfactory to both parties - Must appreciate that we only have one opportunity to deliver the event of someone’s dreams - Oversee porter and maintenance staff throughout the week to ensure the venue is well kept and an “A” grade is always maintained with the DOH - Oversight of purveyor deliveries to ensure accuracy and quality - Interview potential new hires and assist with on-boarding As a Maître D’ you will be expected to: - Ensure that all contract details and particulars are in place prior to event set up - Effectively coordinate with event staff, back of house, kitchen staff, and outside vendors to ensure all proper aspects are in place - Use independent judgement in keeping with the venue’s standard practices to effectively coordinate an event - Lead an event team to successfully accomplish the tasks at hand - Work with clients and guests to identify their needs to ensure customer satisfaction - Accept responsibility for all aspects that are within your oversight Requirements: - NYC DOH Food Protection Certificate - Minimum 3 years Sales experience - Minimum 3 years Managerial experience - Minimum 3 years Maître D experience - Associates Degree - Must be well spoken in English - Maintain a high level of professional attire and grooming - Must be punctual, neat, and organized - Ability to multitask while remaining meticulous - Ability to communicate amongst the team and convey information effectively - Knowledge of customer service - Knowledge of the food and beverage industry - Must consistently maintain a positive, energetic, and professional attitude when dealing with staff and customers - Must know how to lead and manage others in order to help them achieve their full potential
