Director of Banquets

Live Your Passion.  Add Your Magic.               At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a culture that leads with the important notion we live by every day; do what you love. If this resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application. We welcome applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations as needed to our applicants. Please discuss with our hiring managers during our selection processes.   If you are an internal applicant, please log into Workday and apply for your application to be considered. Please Click Here to apply internally. At Pendry , It’s All Because of YOU!     Director of Banquets     Imagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. Imagine a beautiful workplace where you can learn, grow, and have fun.  A tPendry, we know our success is all because of you. Here, you’re not just an associate but a passionate creator of authentic, personalized experiences. You’ll feel empowered to think creatively, discover career growth opportunities, and have fun while crafting lasting, cherished moments for our guests. Working at Pendry is more than a job; it’s a way of life. Don’t just imagine the possibility—join us.    Your Leadership      Oversee the d aily operation of the Banquet department, including recruiting, hire, train, scheduling , staffing, and supervision of all staff   Act as a liaison for the hotel and serving as the point of contact for clients during their event     Develop and maintain all policies, training manuals, procedures, and quality standards within the department     Managing, in conjunction with the Executive Steward, the inventory, control and breakage/loss reduction of china , glass, and silver as it relates to function and banquet services   Provid e daily support and guidance to Banquet Associates as well as monitoring job performance to ensure a successful meeting/banquet experience for the guest   Work with all other departments to execute client events and meetings   Inspect and oversee the cleanliness and maintenance of all function spaces , public areas, and service areas on banquet levels.   Ensure the department abides by all safety and sanitation policies     Create and maintain staffing schedules, ensuring appropriate coverage for events and functions   Develop and manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and financial reports, monitoring expenses and revenue performance   Implement cost control measures and revenue enhancement strategies to maximize profitability while maintaining service quality   Maintain high standards of service excellence, food quality, and presentation, ensuring consistency and adherence to brand standards   Conduct regular inspections of banquet facilities, equipment, and amenities to ensure cleanliness, safety, and functionality   Work collaboratively with Meetings & Events and Culinary to ensure flawless execution of events    Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside the scope of duties, based on business needs       About You      You are passionate about banquets operations     You are exceptional in leading a team     You have the ability to work independently or as part of a team   You have the ability to prioritize and organize work assignments, multi-task   You are passionate about providing exceptional service and creating memorable moments     You are open to learning, developing, and growing both yourself, personally, and helping others do the same     You are trustworthy and have integrity     Must Haves      Prior Director of Banquets or Banquet Manager experience     Excellent verbal and written communication skills     Knowledge of budgeting and forecasting, a plus   Proven success in customer service and guest recovery   Ability to supervise subordinate staff, including, but not limited to, assignment duties, motivating and mentoring, as well as evaluating service and taking disciplinary action when necessary   Ability to handle multiple priorities in a results-oriented environment, continuing to deliver quality service and consistently meet deadlines   Microsoft Office products; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook     Embrace Technology – continually learn , adapt and master to new operating system    Knowledge of food and alcoholic beverages    Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays     Luxury hotel experience, a plus     You will Enjoy      DTO (Discretionary Time Off)     Healthcare benefits     Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts     401 [k] retirement plan with company matching, fully vested, and loan option     Banking and Investing Program offers preferred rewards, mortgage discount, and waived fees     Fertility & Family Forming Assistance     Parental leave pay differential     Pet Insurance     Hotel discounts     Free meals      Fitness & wellness discounts     LinkedIn Learning membership     Hearts of (insert brand) /Hearts of Pendry community engagement     Associate’s events throughout the year     Physical Requirements      Grasping, holding, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending over     Ability to stand and exercise mobility for extended periods of time during your scheduled shift     Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and for extended periods during the shift     Ability to push and pull food serving equipment and carts weighing up to 200 pounds on a semi - regular basis     At Pendry, we want every guest and every associate to feel that they belong. To be seen, to be recognized, and to feel our gratitude. In the United States, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disability. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard