What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Banquet Manager position at Harvard University?
Basic Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years' relevant work experience
Position Description
- Oversee all aspects in the execution of events at Faculty Club and Loeb House or any other designated venue as well as the dining rooms of the Club.
- Provide supervision and oversight to full-time, part-time and temporary service staff during events. Assigns tasks and ensures the successful completion of assignments.
- Participate in pre-event planning meetings supporting the sales team, event hosts, and other support teams.
- Oversee and assist event hosts and Banquet Managers setting up of event equipment, including room set up, table setup, chairs and food & beverage.
- Design, create and distribute scaled drawings for each event as needed, using the Room Viewer software.
- Report irregularities, discrepancies, damages or loss of property or any other safety concerns to the Associate Director of Banquets and the General Manager.
- Maintain constant communication with sales team, Banquet Managers, Chef, Service staff, and the Front Desk staff.
- Conduct daily walk through and inspect venues for compliance regarding cleanliness, fire safety and set up.
- Assist in maintaining security and services of guests and employees during events.
- Other duties as assigned.