Assistant Banquet Manager

Where unforgettable celebrations come to life

At Riverfront Events, every event tells a story. From elegant weddings and corporate galas to unforgettable celebrations, our team is passionate about creating experiences that guests remember long after the last toast.

We're looking for an energetic, hands-on Assistant Banquet Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves leading people, and enjoys bringing exceptional events to life. If you're someone who can jump in wherever needed, inspire a team, and keep every detail running smoothly, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As the Assistant Banquet Manager, you'll partner closely with the Banquet Manager to lead daily banquet operations while delivering exceptional hospitality from start to finish. You'll motivate the team, ensure seamless event execution, and help create memorable experiences for every guest.

You'll:

• Help oversee banquet operations for breakfast, lunch, dinner, weddings, corporate events, and special occasions.
• Lead banquet shifts while working alongside the team to deliver exceptional service.
• Serve as the primary contact for hosts and event planners when the Banquet Manager is unavailable.
• Create memorable guest experiences by anticipating needs and resolving concerns with professionalism and care.
• Build strong relationships with clients, event planners, and internal teams to ensure flawless execution.
• Schedule banquet staff based on business needs while maintaining labor goals.
• Monitor inventory, banquet equipment, supplies, and beverage controls to support efficient operations.
• Partner with the culinary team to ensure seamless communication and event flow.
• Coach, train, and develop banquet team members while creating a positive, high-performing culture.
• Reinforce company standards, food safety, sanitation, and operational procedures.
• Participate in departmental meetings, service reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with beverage inventory, cost controls, and asset protection.
• Help identify opportunities to elevate service, improve efficiencies, and exceed guest expectations.

What You Bring

We're looking for someone who combines strong leadership with genuine hospitality.

Qualifications include:

• At least 2 years of experience managing events in a hotel, banquet, restaurant, or hospitality environment.
• Outstanding organization and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• The ability to stay calm, adaptable, and solution-focused in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for coaching, motivating, and developing teams.
• Previous leadership or management experience is preferred.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in event management, food & beverage, hospitality, or a related field.

Why You'll Love It Here

At Riverfront Events, hospitality is about more than serving great food. It's about creating moments that matter. We believe our people are the heart of every celebration, and we're committed to providing opportunities to learn, grow, and build rewarding careers. If you're ready to lead with energy, inspire a team, and help create unforgettable events, we'd love to welcome you to Riverfront Events.

What We Bring

At Atlas, we are intentional about how we show up for our leaders because the experience you create for our teams starts with the experience we create for you. We invest in our people in a way that is thoughtful, competitive, and built for growth.

Total Rewards
The base salary range for this role is aligned with your experience, leadership scope, and the impact you bring to the business.

Your Experience at Atlas Includes

• Health coverage that supports you-medical, dental, and vision
• A 401(k) to invest in your future
• 100% company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance for added peace of mind
• Paid parental leave to support life's biggest moments
• Ongoing learning and leadership development to keep you growing
• Real opportunities to move, grow, and build your career across our brands and markets
• Pet Insurance options because they're part of your family too
• A 40% dining discount across all Atlas Restaurant Group properties, so you can experience what we create

This is more than a role. It's an opportunity to lead, grow, and shape the culture that defines Atlas.

Why Atlas?

At Atlas Restaurant Group, we believe hospitality is a craft and culture is the differentiator. We are a growing collection of best-in-class concepts and hospitality destinations built on energy, excellence, and experience. From waterfront hotels to iconic restaurants, we create spaces where guests celebrate life's moments and where our teams build meaningful careers. Here, leadership isn't about titles. It's about impact. We invest in our people, promote from within, and challenge our leaders to think strategically, act boldly, and execute flawlessly.

We move with intention.
We hold high standards.
We lead the right way by being grounded in our Core Values of Excellence, Trust, Responsibility, Professionalism, Teamwork, Community, and Uniqueness.
At Atlas, we don't chase industry standards. We define them.