Banquet Manager

Description

The Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square is seeking an organized, dynamic Banquet Manager to lead the team! Operating 15,000 sq ft of elevated space, this role will oversee the banquet department to execute events in this beautiful, floor to ceiling windowed space conveniently located next to Lumen Field. 

The ideal candidate will have 2 years of banquet leadership experience, a passion to cultivate a positive workplace culture, and collaborative relationship building skills. This is a great opportunity to be a part of an amazing team, work in a vibrant downtown city hotel, and grow your career within Hilton! 

Find more information about this hotel and its gorgeous banquet space here: 

Embassy Suites Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square Events

What will I be doing?

As a Banquet Manager, you would be responsible for managing the daily execution of all banquet functions in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Manage daily Banquet functions to include, but not limited to, planning, organizing and executing breakfasts, coffee breaks, luncheons, dinners, cocktail receptions, galas, weddings, etc.
• Oversee the set up of function rooms to include, but not limited to, the placement of linens, silver, glassware and chinaware according to event specifications and a full inspection
• Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision, scheduling, conducting counselling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward
• Recruit, interview and train team members
• Communicate function specifications, procedures and changes with affected departments including, but not limited to, the Food and Beverage, Event Services, Property Operations, Audio Visual and Housekeeping
• Oversee the break down of the function room and ensure proper storage of equipment
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards

Requirements

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

The Benefits – Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #2 Best Company To Work For in the U.S.

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:

Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family. Vision, dental, life and disability insurance Mental Health Resources Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO) – you can accrue up to 18 days in your first year Supportive parental leave program that runs concurrently with Washington State’s Paid Family and Medical Leave program.  Our team members receive benefits up to Washington State’s maximum threshold per week. Hilton will then “top this up” to the weekly ABBR (Annual Benefit Base Rate).   Go Hilton travel discount program: 100 nights of discounted travel per calendar year Matching 401(k) Debt-free education: Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates and more)Career growth and development  Team Member Resource Groups Recognition and rewards programs Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay

Other Compensation

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount Complimentary meals in the Team Member Restaurant while on shift Complimentary use of on-site fitness facility outside of working time

The annual salary range for this role is $73K - $78K and is based on applicable experience.

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