What are the responsibilities and job description for the Banquet Manager - Hilton Hawaiian Village position at Hilton?
Join the Team at One of Hawaii’s Most Legendary Resorts!
The iconic Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort is searching for a high‑energy, driven, and charismatic Banquet Manager to help lead our world‑class banquet operations! Located along the sparkling edge of Waikiki Beach, our resort is not just a place to work — it’s a place where team members thrive. Here, you’ll be part of an award‑winning culture recognized for excellence, teamwork, and unforgettable guest experiences.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
At Hilton Hawaiian Village, we believe in taking care of our people. Enjoy a supportive, friendly workplace, exceptional health benefits, abundant career development opportunities, and—of course—our legendary Go Hilton travel program, available to you, your family, and your friends.
Plus, team members enjoy complimentary meals during shift and free parking. It’s no surprise we’ve been ranked #1 on Great Places to Work and featured on Fortune’s World’s Best Workplaces list!
We’re Looking for Banquet Leaders Who Have:
- At least one year of banquet experience within a resort environment
- Experience in properties with 50,000 group room nights and Food & Beverage operations
- Strong computer skills, especially with Microsoft Suite
- Experience with Delphi or similar event management software (highly preferred)
- Union experience (a significant plus)
The annual salary range for this role is $75,000-$85,000 plus banquet gratuities and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.
The Benefits – Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #1 Best Company To Work For in the World. 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
- Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
- Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
- Parental leave to support new parents
- 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
- Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
- Debt-free education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications*
- Career growth and development
Recognition and rewards programs
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, 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 breakdown of the function room and ensure proper storage of equipment
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards
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!
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000