Banquet Director Jobs in California

Job Title: Director of Catering Company: Confidential Location: Contra Costa County, CA Description: Are you looking for the perfect job. We are seeking a creative individual who is people and goal-oriented with a proven track record for generating and boosting sales revenue as the Director of Catering.

Job Title: Catering Coordinators - Panera Bread Company: Location: San Francisco, CA Description: PANERA BREAD Now Hiring: Via Panera Catering Coordinator Assistants at our Fremont and Hayward locations. Panera Bread is seeking Catering Coordinator Assistants to assist with the following: taking and processing catering orders, maintaining customer database to track sales and cold call to increase repeat & new business. Job Requirements Must be an organized multi-tasker w/exc customer service skills. Previous catering, restaurant, sales exp. preferred. Must have a vehicle & valid license. Great hourly pay & excellent benefits for full time! For consideration, apply at: http://www.panerabread.jobs Choose: Hourly Associate, Baker & Catering Candidates: Enter Zip code and choose the appropriate location

Job Title: Supervisor-Catering Service Company: Marriott International Location: Newport Beach, CA Description: Ensure staff is working together as a team. Inspect grooming and attire of staff, and rectify any deficiencies. Communicate with guests, other employees, or departments to ensure guest needs are met. Respond to and try to fulfill any special banquet event arrangements. Set up banquet area/room, ensuring cleanliness and proper set up of furniture/equipment. Inspect and maintain table set-ups for cleanliness, neatness and agreement with group requirements and company standards, and resolve any problems. Document pertinent information in appropriate department logbook. Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining,and motivating and coaching employees. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others,and support team to reach common goals. Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training andcertifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect companyassets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests' service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation.Speak with others using clear and professional language, and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Job Title: Sales & Catering Coordinator Company: RICHARD BARTELL Location: San Diego, CA Description: Hotel HOLIDAY INN BAYSIDE Sales & Catering Coordinator Seeking team player with minimum of 1 year hotel sales experience to compliment our sales team. Job would consist of soliciting and booking new and existing Social events and meetings, including weddings. Duties require the coordination of all booked events, so huge emphasis on detailing, multi-tasking, organizational and communication skills. Only qualified candidates need apply. Please email resume to: Register to View No phone calls please

Job Title: Catering Coordinator - Part Time Company: Starwood Location: San Diego, CA Description: The Administrative Assistant supports and assists designated managers or departments in daily administrative duties. The person who will fills this important role will be responsible for interacting with guests, clients, and associates to ensure excellent guest service and to communicate the goals of the department. The ideal candidate will be a organized, personable and enthusiastic individual that keeps confidentiality as the highest priority. Other responsibilities may include but are not limited to: receiving incoming calls, handling guest and associate requests, maintaining various tracking and filing systems, acting as a liaison between departments, generating reports and creating presentations. This position is critical to the successful operation of the department as well as the hotel and is a key factor in contributing to a professional environment.

Job Title: Catering Manager Company: Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael Location: San Rafael, CA Description: Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael is looking for a dynamic Catering Manager with a proven track record. SUMMARY: Coordinates catering functions for guests at the hotel. The following reflects management's definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time die to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Coordinates functions and events held at the hotel. Arranges food and beverage, room set-up and A/V requirements with the clients * Fields numerous inquiry calls and walk-ins, providing information and availability of facilities * Sells meeting room space in a manner that maximizes revenue and profits for the entire hotel operation * Works with the Chef to develop banquet menus * Books functions through phone inquiries, appointments and marketing * Calls on a regular basis for any changes, guarantees to functions * Distributes functions/event sheets to appropriate staff members * Attends trade shows, community functions as a representative for the hotel * Develops and maintain relationships with outside vendors * Maintains working knowledge of catering computer functions * Maintains working knowledge of room amenities and booking procedures * Participates in monthly Sales and Catering meetings to discuss and contribute to policy and marketing strategies * Assists in planning and executions of annual capital and budgeting process * Performs special projects as needed * Distributes all necessary information to hotel and kitchen staff * Tracks and collects deposits for all events * Rotates weekend coverage

Job Title: Panera Bread looking for a Catering Coordinator Company: Location: San Francisco, CA Description: At Panera, we put great effort into creating fine artisan breads, mouth-watering deserts, and the very freshest soups, sandwiches and salads, choosing only the finest ingredients. This means we are just as selective about the people we hire. We're looking for passionate people who share our commitment to quality and an unsurpassed dedication to excellence. Panera Bread invites you to join a company recognized as one of business weeks "100 Hot Growth Companies". Exciting career opportunity to develop and manage a rapidly expanding in-store catering business. Job Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to: ? Provide EXCELLENT customer service and product to local businesses, schools and community organizations. ? Promote, prepare, and provide pleasant and memorable catering experiences. ? Builds and maintains steady base of contacts and customers by calling on local businesses and organizations; encouraging them to use Panera Bread for their catering need?s. ? Estimate amounts of product; minimizing waste; placing accurate orders; scheduling delivery of fresh food and beverages; providing quality checks on the content of catering deliveries; evaluating the quality of salads, sandwiches, soups and baked goods that are leaving the café. ? Prepare sandwiches, salads, soups and baked goods in a safe, secure, legal, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, enforcing sanitation, quality of food preparation, service standards and procedures. ? Maintain customer satisfaction by investigating and resolving complaints about food quality, accuracy of orders and service. ? Accomplish catering services and sales goals by accepting ownership. Looking for candidates with the following: ? Must be an organized multi-tasker with excellent customer service skills. ? Ability to work in a fast paced environment, under tight deadlines. ? Previous catering, restaurant, sales experience preferred. ? Must have reliable transportation, valid California Drivers license and insurance. If you are a high energy, hands-on self starter, please apply on-line at: http://www.panerabread.jobs Choose: Hourly Associate, Baker & Catering Candidates: Enter Zip code 94030 for the Millbrae cafe.

Job Title: Director of Catering Company: Gecko Hospitality Location: San Francisco, CA Description: Location: San Francisco, CA Salary/Wage: $50,000 - $65,000 Status: full-time Director of Catering Description Job Description: Job Description: Gecko Hospitality is in need of a Director of Catering for a Premier Hotel on the Bay. The Director of Catering is responsible for effectively selling the public space, food & beverage, and function planning services to maximize revenues and profits for the property. The Director of Catering also Works with the Sales department and establishes new accounts, generates revenue, monitors booking space and books repeat business while maintaining high standards of excellence. Primary sales efforts are in Banquet Food and Beverage and include menu planning, agenda setting and hotel meeting services. Duties also include contract review and facilitating communication before, during and post event with pertinent hotel staff to ensure a high level of service. The Director of Catering will also host site inspections, maintain strong customer relationships, and work as a team member with the sales and catering staff. Other duties include but are not limited to: * Maximize revenue by selling catering products and services both orally and in written form to previous, current and potential clients. * Manage all account details so that all aspects of solicitation and closing are complete and documented. * Conduct outside sales calls both locally and in feeder market cities to solicit business. * Responsible for all food and beverage, audiovisual equipment and meeting room needs from clients. Prepare banquet event orders and communicate needs to appropriate hotel associates. * Ensures billing information is handled properly and in a timely manner. Send Resume to: Pete Bussone Register to View Register to View Job Requirements: Job Requirements: The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of Catering or Sales experience in a full service hotel. Bachelor's degree preferred. Candidates must have comprehensive computer knowledge. Candidates should be extremely detail oriented, organized and be able to handle a fast paced environment. Demonstrate team building Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills. Exceptional detail in follow-up Problem Solver Ideal candidate is a self starter and needs minimal supervision. Must be able to prioritize tasks. Must have experience at properties of similar size and quality. Varied schedule that may include nights and week-ends. Able to nurture current clients and develop new clients. Send Resume to: Pete Bussone Register to View Register to View Management Position? Yes Entry-Level Position? No Work Permit Needed? Applicants who do not already have legal permission to work in the United States will not be considered. Job Available: Immediately Benefits:

Job Title: Director of Catering Company: Starwood Location: Los Angeles, CA Description: Train, supervise and work with all catering and convention services staff, in order to solicit and book banquet and catering functions that ensure customer satisfaction and maximize hotel revenue and profitability.Solicit new and existing accounts to meet/exceed revenue goals. This will consist of telephone solicitation, outside sales calls, site inspections and written communication.Prepare, implement and compile data for strategic sales plan, monthly SMARTS report, annual goals, forecasts and other reports as directed/required.Develop banquet menus pricing and revenue minimums using current competitive data.Recruit, direct, manage, train and counsel catering sales staff. Oversee divisional matters as they relate to federal, state and local employment and civil rights laws.Actively participate in catering sales presentations, property tours and customer meetings.Participate in daily business review meeting, sales meetings and management meetings.Tour, inspect and monitor banquet rooms and presentations.

Job Title: Catering Manager Company: KSL Resorts Location: Rancho Mirage, CA Description: Essential duties and responsibilities include, but, are not limited to:1. Market, sell and write function work orders for local weddings, social events and catering functions.2. Work with sales, reservations and Front Desk to insure groups arrival and stay is consistent with hotel standards.3. Solve all group problems to the best of your or the hotel's ability within hotel's policy and procedures.4. Solicit in the local community as a promotional tool for group business as well as hotel outlet promotions.