What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maitre D and Banquet Manager position at The Briarcliff Manor?
Benefits:
- Health Insurance Reimbursement Program
- IRA Retirement Savings Accounts Plus Match
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
Busy wedding catering hall, The Briarcliff Manor, is looking for a professional to fill our Maître D' position. This is a full time role. Could also potentially be a part time for the right person.
IMMEDIATE HIRE
The right person for the role has 10 years of Banquet Experience and ample knowledge of Food and Beverage.
The right candidate will work the floor, lead the team in set up, run the event, breakdown, and reset. We're looking for a hands on professional who leads by example, and has their finger on the pulse.
The Maitre D is responsible for coordinating and managing all day of event operations.
The Maitre’D is ultimately responsible for managing all aspects of the front door, guest arrival, seating and departure, host training, and operational procedures. The Maitre’d will ensure that our staff deliver attentive, courteous and efficient service to guests throughout.
The Maitre’D is ultimately responsible for managing all aspects of the front door, guest arrival, seating and departure, host training, and operational procedures. The Maitre’d will ensure that our staff deliver attentive, courteous and efficient service to guests throughout.
The Maitre D will also be responsible for event sales by conducts tours of the facility with potential clients.
The Maitre'd will communicate regularly with key vendors contacts, and other industry support.
This role requires Weekends & Evenings
Responsibilities:
- Supervising and directing all aspects of the service, catering procedures, organizing, and setting up the dining room, execution of event
- Manage Staff: To include Staff Scheduling, interviewing, hiring, and training new applicants and employee development of service staff
- Inventory and Ordering
- Conduct Sales Tours and follow ups
- Liaise with Sales/Office Team and Kitchen to make sure all details are communicated and orchestrated
- Oversee Maintenance & Cleaning Schedules and Procedures
- Meet with potential clients and provide venue information, identify their needs and ensure client satisfaction
- Provide feedback and periodic reports to management
- Other ad hoc projects
Requirements:
- 10 years of Banquet Management Experience
- Proven event management experience
- Ability to take direction and feedback from management
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- Sales skills and ability to build productive business relationships
- Ability to manage multiple projects independently
- Must be able to lift 25lbs
Salary : $70,000 - $100,000
Banquet Manager
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New York, NY
