Banquet Manager (mfd)
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Job Location:
Frankfurt am Main - Germany
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
Be empowered.
- Begin:Personalised onboarding program & staff accommodation subject to availability to support your start
- Belong:A family-like and diverse team from various nations with flat hierarchies and different areas of expertise where people support each other and learn from one another
- Become:Wide range of internal & external training opportunities individual development plans excellent career prospects and transfer options to our sister hotels
- Be connected:Numerous employee events and team-building activities to strengthen our Team Spirit
- Be honored:Holiday and Christmas bonuses discounted parking travel cost subsidies appreciation rewards employee referral program discounted stays and F&B discounts at over 9400 Marriott hotels worldwide
- Be well:Various wellbeing and (mental) health offerings Serve360 initiatives healthy meals in our staff restaurant and many opportunities for social engagement
Be you.
Two brands one workplace full of event energy: At the Sheraton & Marriott Frankfurt Airport Hotel we bring hundreds of events to life each year from exclusive business meetings to large-scale international functions. If you love events enjoy fast-paced environments and want to lead a high-performing team then step into the role of Banquet Manager (m/f/d).
Your key responsibilities include:
- Own end-to-end banquet & event operations across all function spaces - including set-up/strike per standards flawless BEO execution and hands-on presence during service
- Guest satisfaction & host leadership: Primary on-site contact for planners; proactively collect feedback resolve complaints with thorough follow-up; drive continuous service improvement
- Financials & planning: Build shift plans based on forecast and standards; control all banquet costs (beverage labor equipment externals) ensure asset protection and reporting
- Quality hygiene & safety: Ensure cleanliness HACCP/HS compliance and adherence to legal requirements; maintain equipment and inventories
- Lead & develop the team: Manage both the Banquet department and our Banquet Reception (Meeting Concierge team) - approx. 18 team members in total; set goals run briefings & monthly meetings; onboard train coach and manage performance
- Cross-functional coordination: Work closely with Culinary Stewarding Technik Housekeeping Front Office and 3rd-party event partners; participate in pre-/post-cons
- Administrative excellence: Maintain daily reports and KPIs; conduct development interviews; standardize workflows and implement continuous process improvements
Be able.
- Completed vocational training/degree in hospitality/events and several years experienceideally with leadership responsibility in banquet or event management.
- In-depth OPERA knowledge (crucial); proficient with MS Office and relevant event/POS systems
- Proven experience delivering large-scale events (800 pax)
- Strong leadership decision-making and problem-solving skills - even under pressure
- Solid knowledge of banquet & service standards room/table setups food & wine pairings and upselling
- Excellent communication skills in German and English; polished professional demeanour
- Highly organized detail-oriented resilient and flexible (evenings weekends holidays); comfortable with extended standing/walking and light lifting
Be connected.
We look forward to getting to know you!
Once we receive your application well get back to you promptly.
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture that puts people first. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis such as disability origin religion sexual orientation or any other basis covered by applicable law.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Administrative Skills
- Time Management
- Leadership skills
- Organizational Skill
- Business Process Skill
- Reservation Skills
- Banqueting Skills
- Banquet Operations
- Communication
- Relationship Management
- Quality Management
- Strategic Thinking Skills
- Team Player Spirit
- Marketing Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
About Company
At Le Méridien, we are inspired by the era of glamorous travel, celebrating each culture through the distinctly European spirit of savouring the good life. Our guests are curious and creative, cosmopolitan culture seekers that appreciate moments of connection and slowing down to savou ... View more
