The Skirball Cultural Center seeks a capable and conscientious Banquet Manager. Reporting to the Senior Catering Manager, this position is responsible for helping to oversee catering operations through the development and completion of all events.
Salary: $70,000/year
Responsibilities:
- Ensure the recruitment and training of team members in our standards and procedures
- Receive banquet event orders (BEOs) and determine proper staffing; ensure all food and service activities comply with BEOs, health and fire code requirements, and Jewish dietary laws, as requested
- Organize day-of event needs with the Event Coordinator and establish and implement day-of event schedules
- Plan, organize, and assign employee responsibilities to meet client needs
- Provide on-site supervision and coordination during events; act as liaison between clients and employees prior to and during events; provide goods and services during events, ensuring smooth efficient operations
- Represent the Skirball to guests; resolve problems quickly and efficiently; ensure service quality and standards
- Act as liaison between catering employees and Skirball employees in other departments
- Help maintain inventory supplies and proper equipment; ensure maintenance of stock areas for neatness and efficiency; report ordering needs to Senior Catering Manager
- Supervise performance of on-call employees; recommend disciplinary action when needed; help provide on-the-job training to ensure employees offer appropriate service; follow up to ensure compliance
- Assist Senior Catering Manager with managing tabulating payroll on ADP
- Maintain petty cash for cash bars, carts, and catering needs; follow procedures for balancing cash and submitting reports as scheduled
- Develop and maintain professional and managerial skills through participation in workshops and conferences, further education, and researching professional literature
Qualifications, Experience, and Attributes:
- 2+ years of experience in a food and beverage operational position
- Must have a current California Food Handler’s Certificate and ABC Certification
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently, as a team player, and cross-functionally with all other departments
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Preferred: previous experience with Ungerboeck and Staffmate