Banquets Assistant Manager

Working alongside a high profile and prestigious team, The Peninsula Chicago is seeking an Assistant Banquet Manager to achieve the company's objectives and create a memorable guest experience.

• Be a part of a Five Star Five Diamond luxury brand
• Work with a busy, fast paced environment
• Exceptional health benefits package and 401(k) with company match.

Key Accountabilities:

• Works with the Catering Sales Manager, Executive Chef, and Banquet Director to schedule/coordinate personnel requirements for private functions.
• Serves as a liaison between banquet service personnel
• Assist in the planning of venue layout according to the number of guests and type of event
• Participates in scheduled staff and management meetings
• Supervise the placement of tables, chairs, table settings, and serving stations to make sure they are placed properly.

General Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality or culinary arts preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in banquet management or a similar field
• Must be able to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed
• Knowledge and experience with catering equipment and venue requirements
• Self-motivated, excellent problem-solving skills and strong team player
• Good physical strength and stamina - ability to carry trays of food and stand on feed for long periods of time and ability to lift, carry, and balance up to 25 lbs.

Benefits We Offer:

• 10 vacation days per year
• 9 paid holiday days per year
• 5 Chicago Paid Sick Leave days per year
• 5 Chicago Paid Leave days per year
• Complimentary employee meals
• Discounted parking
• Discounted and complimentary room nights at The Peninsula Hotels
• 50% restaurant discount
• 50% discount on spa services
• 25% discount on spa retail
• 80% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Complimentary life insurance
• Complimentary long-term disability
• Retirement plan with 5% company match

We are delighted to receive your resume for further consideration. As we anticipate a large number of applications, we look forward to connecting with candidates that meet our various role qualifications. To be considered for this position, you must have work authorization in the United States. The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $65,000 per year + Gratuities