Banquet Manager (Qatar) Doha

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of experience in event management, food and beverage, or a related professional field. Strong leadership, communication, and operational skills are required to manage banquet teams and event logistics effectively.

Job Summary

JOB SUMMARY

Directs and motivates team while personally assisting in providing high quality
service based on requirements and standards. Monitors and controls financial and
administrative responsibilities including asset protection. Provides clear and
concise communications to everyone having ownership in the success of the event.
Identifies training opportunities and plans a strategy to accomplish goals.

CANDIDATE PROFILE 

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the event management, food
and beverage, or related professional area.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Banquet Operations

• Projects supply needs for the department, (e.g., china, glass, silver, buffet
presentations, props).

• Applies knowledge of all laws, as they relate to an event.

• Understands the impact of Banquet operations on the overall success of an
event and manages activities to maximize customer satisfaction.

• Adheres to and reinforces all standards, policies, and procedures.

• Maintains established sanitation levels.

• Manages departmental inventories and maintains equipment.

• Uses banquet beverage records to control liquor costs and manage the banquet
beverage perpetual inventory.

• Schedules banquet service staff to forecast and service standards, while
maximizing profits.

• Assists team in developing lasting relationships with groups to retain
business and increase growth.

Participating in and Leading Banquet Teams

• Sets goals and delegates tasks to improve departmental performance.

• Conducts monthly department meetings with the Banquet team.

• Applies and continually broadens knowledge of food and wine pairings and
cutting edge cuisine with emphasis on current event trends.

• Acts as a liaison to the kitchen staff.

• Leads shifts and actively participates in the servicing of events.

Ensuring and Providing Exceptional Customer Service

• Sets a positive example for guest relations.

• Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service
levels.

• Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.

• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.

• Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters.

• Strives to improve service performance.

• Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on
continuous improvement.

• Reviews comment cards and guest satisfaction results with employees.

Conducting Human Resources Activities

• Communicates and executes departmental and property emergency procedures and
ensures staff are trained in safety procedures.

• Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals.

• Monitors progress and leads discussion with staff each period.

• Participates in the development and implementation of corrective action plans.

• Reviews quarterly Meeting Planner Survey results and participates in the
development and implementation of corrective action to address service
challenges; focuses on continuous improvement of guest satisfaction.

• Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity
employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster
an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and
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experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any
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Combining timeless glamour with a vanguard spirit, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts is
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resorts in the best addresses around the world. Beginning with the debut of The
St. Regis hotel in New York by John Jacob Astor IV at the dawn of the twentieth
century, the brand has remained committed to an uncompromising level of bespoke
and anticipatory service for all of its guests, delivered flawlessly by a team
of gracious hosts that combine classic sophistication and modern sensibility, as
well as our signature Butler Service. We invite you to explore careers at St.
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International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to
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Responsibilities

The Banquet Manager directs and motivates the service team while overseeing financial and administrative responsibilities to ensure high-quality event execution. They are responsible for managing departmental inventories, scheduling staff, and maintaining exceptional guest satisfaction standards.

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