Outlets General Manager

Banquet ManagerEmbark on a fulfilling career at the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center in College Station, Texas, proudly managed by Pyramid Global Hospitality, where the spirit of Aggieland meets unparalleled Howdy Hospitality. With 250 guest rooms, 23 flexible meeting rooms, and 35,000 sq ft of meeting space, our property hosts a variety of guests and events. Join today to enjoy a career focused on being the difference and creating memorable experiences for our guests and associates!As a member of the Pyramid Global family, you'll enjoy comprehensive benefits including:401k with a company match and immediate vesting after 90 days of serviceAccess to multiple free wellness platforms such as SupportLinc and Ramsey SmartDollar for you and all members of your householdExtensive training programs for hospitality and non-hospitality skillsetsPet insurance discountsDiscounts at hundreds of properties nationwide in the Pyramid Global portfolioAdditional Full-time Benefits:Medical, dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits like identity theft, legal assistance, and life insuranceTuition/education reimbursement eligibility after 12 months of serviceWhat you will have an opportunity to do:CULTURE & CHARACTER:All team members of the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center, a Pyramid Global Hospitality property, have the same fundamental responsibility: to take great pride in providing Howdy Hospitality to all guests while walking the Aggie Path of P.R.I.D.E. daily. Our jobs are not just to make a difference but to "Be the Difference" in the guest and fellow team member experience. All applicants should be of the highest character and hold themselves to the following Aggie Path of P.R.I.D.E. expectations:Positivity: We wake up daily and choose to bring a positive perspective, find the good in all things, and create an environment others want to be part of. Each team member is hired to project genuine and sincere positivity daily.Respect: We embrace and appreciate others and show consideration for their desires, interests, privacy, physical space, belongings, different viewpoints, philosophies, physical abilities, beliefs, and personalities. We choose to show respect, even when it is not given, not only to our guests but, more importantly, to each other.Integrity: We consistently demonstrate and live by sound moral and ethical principles. We choose to do this not because someone is watching, but because it is the right thing to do.Dedication: We are unyielding in our commitment to walking our path and dedication to "Being the Difference" in everything we do. We flex our proactive muscles in being more positive, respecting, and holding ourselves to an even higher commitment to integrity.Excellence: We always strive to make today a little better than yesterday.JOB DESCRIPTION:We are looking for a top-notch Banquet Manager to lead a variety of high-end events throughout the year aligned with our world-class Howdy Hospitality. The Banquet Manager will supervise the overall operations for the food and beverage services required for on-site catered events and off-site catered events, which include food service, beverage service, and event set-up.COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:Salaried position, paid biweeklyExtensive health benefits, paid time off, retirement, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts at hundreds of US and international properties.SCHEDULE:The hospitality industry is 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days of the year. All candidates must be available and are expected to work Texas A&M football game days, Ring Days, graduations, and other high occupancy times due to special events. We strive hard to manage and minimalize overtime, but it should and will be expected when business levels call for it.Full-time: 40+ hours per week depending on level of business forecastedDays of week/weekend scheduled will vary depending on level of business forecasted.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Guest Experience & Service Excellence:Champion a culture focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences across all outlets.Ensure consistently high guest satisfaction scores and online review ratings.Actively engage with guests and resolve service concerns promptly and professionally.Establish and maintain service standards that exceed brand and guest expectations.Lead initiatives that enhance guest loyalty, repeat business, and community engagement.Financial Performance:Achieve annual revenue, profit, and flow-through goals for all outlets.Manage labor costs through effective scheduling, staffing models, productivity monitoring, and workforce planning.Control beverage costs and operating expenses through purchasing discipline, inventory management, and waste reduction programs.Analyze financial statements, labor reports, productivity metrics, and outlet performance trends.Develop and execute strategies to improve profitability while maintaining service standards.Leadership & Team Development:Recruit, train, coach, and develop high-performing teams.Conduct regular performance reviews and succession planning discussions.Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, and continuous improvement.Identify and develop future leaders within the department.Training & Talent Development:Develop and maintain comprehensive onboarding and training programs for all positions.Conduct ongoing service, beverage, sales, leadership, and operational training.Ensure all managers consistently coach and train their teams.Monitor training effectiveness and implement corrective action as needed.Training is a critical success factor for this position, and the Outlet General Manager is expected to make team development a top operational priority.Revenue Growth & Business Development:Develop and execute revenue-generating initiatives across all outlets.Create programming and promotional events designed to drive traffic and increase average guest spend.Identify opportunities for upselling, beverage program enhancements, and local market engagement.Collaborate with hotel leadership to maximize internal guest capture and outlet utilization.Analyze market trends and competitive activity to identify growth opportunities.Marketing & Community Engagement:Partner with the Marketing team to develop promotional campaigns, seasonal offerings, special events, and outlet positioning strategies.Support social media initiatives, local partnerships, and community outreach efforts.Ensure marketing efforts align with business objectives and revenue targets.Participate in hotel-wide initiatives that drive food and beverage visibility and performance.Beverage Program Management:Oversee beverage operations including inventory management, ordering, cost controls, and profitability.Partner with vendors and distributors to optimize product selection and pricing.Maintain beverage quality standards and ensure compliance with all alcohol service regulations.Develop innovative beverage promotions and seasonal offerings.Operational Excellence:Ensure compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations.Maintain outstanding cleanliness, presentation, and operational standards across all outlets.Continuously evaluate processes for efficiency improvements and cost savings.Monitor staffing levels, service execution, and operational readiness.Serve as Manager-on-Duty as required.What are we looking for?Qualifications:Required:5+ years of progressive restaurant or hospitality management experience