Assistant Director of Banquets

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. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.About the location:A lone star welcome in the country's capital of southern cool. We can’t wait to welcome you to Houston, the country’s capital of southern cool, where urban sophistication meets bold Texas hospitality. Gather where business deals get done, friends and family reconnect and celebrities and athletes make their home. After a day exploring our city, unwind at our rooftop pool oasis, enjoy the ultimate in entertainment at our Topgolf Swing Suites, indulge and pamper at The Spa and our Krigler perfumery boutique and savour flavourful dishes from Chef Partner Richard Sandoval at Toro Toro and Bayou & Bottle.About the roleThe Assistant Director of Banquets and Stewarding supports the banquet operations to ensure the successful execution of events while overseeing and managing all aspects of the stewarding department.What you will doCoordinate set-up requirements for all Banquet Event 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, ensure quality and timeliness of all food items, as well as provide knowledge of wine and spirits in an elegantly appointed environment dedicated to an attentive and distinctive experience.Ensure the organization of all Stewarding storage areas as it pertains to all Food and Beverage Department’s China, Glass, Silverware, and all Banquet related equipment managed by the department.Control operating expenses through effective budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control. This includes overseeing all China, Glass, and Silverware inventories that take place throughout the year.Communicate with employees and managers to ensure operational needs are met as well as attend regular operational meetings to ensure effective coordination and cooperation between departments.What you bring :College degree preferably specializing in hotel/restaurant management or equivalent experience is required.Two to three years previous experience in a supervisory or assistant manager position in Banquet operation.Requires a working knowledge of division operations as well as Four Seasons cultural and core standards, policies, and standard operating procedures . Working knowledge is generally learned on-the-job.Knowledge of food & beverage service, cost control, labor control, maintenance, merchandising, and accounting.Requires ability to operate computer equipment and other food & beverage computer systems.Requires reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.What we offer:• Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package• Excellent Training and Development opportunities• Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resort• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms• Complimentary Employee MealsSchedule & Hours:• Full-time hours include eight to ten hour shifts. Nights, holiday and weekend availability expected .Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - #J-18808-Ljbffr