DIRECTOR OF BANQUETS

Company: Four Seasons
Location: New Orleans
Posted on: October 19, 2024

Job Description:

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About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart.
About the location:
Riverfront luxury in one of America's most celebrated cities. Unlocking the authentic New Orleans, Four Seasons invites you to our landmark tower - a heritage icon with a central downtown location on the banks of the Mississippi River.
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL NEW ORLEANS
Join a diverse and talented team in New Orleans!
We are seeking individuals who are warm, hospitable and start with the heart. The company's guiding principle is the Golden Rule - do unto others, as you would have them do unto you. Candidates will have an opportunity to be a part of a cohesive and dynamic team with opportunities to build a successful career.
Responsibilities include:

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• Select, train, evaluate, lead, motivate, coach, and discipline all employees, supervisors and assistant managers in the Hotel's Banquet Department to ensure that established cultural and core standards are met; long-range strategic planning for outlet operation.
  
• The ability to be visible in the operation, provide recognition, promote good public relations, and 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 that all details of the function are carried out.
  
• Work closely with the Director of Food & Beverage, Executive Chef, and Director of Catering to design an effective menu and wine list while ensuring excellent product quality at a fair price.
  
• Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory and cash control.
  
  Visa Requirements: We participate in the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program and you must have legal documentation to work in The United States.
  Benefits: Our benefits include complimentary hotel stays, competitive wages, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and complimentary meals.
  Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
  
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