Banquet Manager Jobs in Iowa

Job Title: Banquet Captain Company: Location: Des Moines, IA Description: Embassy Suites Hotel is currently looking for an experienced, highly motivated, energetic individual to join our Food & Beverage Team. This will be a full time supervisory position under the Banquet & Assistant Banquet Managers. The hours for this position will be mainly evenings and weekends. There are a wide range of duties for this position, such as directing and assisting in the setting up and tearing down of banquet functions, setting up AV equiptment, setting up banquet bars, directing banquet servers and assigning sections, may serve as the contact for the guests, processes banquet event order tickets at end of function, and many other duties as required. The ideal candidate for this position will have experience and a flexible schedule, they will be able to work quickly and efficiently alone or with a team. Embassy Suites offers competitive pay, insurance benefits to qualifying full time associates, travel discounts and meal discounts. Please stop into the hotel to fill out at application on Mondays from 1pm-4pm or Wednesdays from 9am-12pm. Embassy Suites is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Title: Catering Manager 2 Company: SODEXO Location: Mount Vernon, IA Description: Catering Manager 2 Job ID: 2663 Location: US-IA-MOUNT VERNON Position Title: Catering Manager 2 Relocation: Yes Category: Food Service Weekends: Yes Type: Full-Time Holiday: Some More information about this job: Overview: Sodexo is seeking a Catering/Retail Manager for a campus dining account located in Mount Vernon, IA. Cornell College is a private liberal arts college in a small Iowa town in Eastern Iowa near Cedar Rapids and Iowa City. Enrollment is about 1,200 with about 1,100 on the board plan. This person will work very close with client, staff, faculty and students. Position requires high end catering, retail management, conference center experience and culinary skills to meet needs of College. Other skills to include menu development within budgeted targets. Also, a solid retail background is required. This position requires a strong leadership and relationship management style. This person will need to workclosely withthe Chef, Operations Manager, and staff for all food production needs. Good client and student relations in addition to creativity and drive are necessary. The best qualified candidate will have: College/university food service management experience -- catering experience -- retail food management experience -- knowledge of resident dining programs -- experience managing and directing a food service staff -- experience with food and labor management systems -- excellent client and customer service skills. Responsibilities: Manages all catered events. Hires, schedules, and trains catering staff. Works with clients/customers to arrange and follow through on all catering details and to ensure all special requests are met. Directs setup for events. Responsible for pricing, billing and resolving customer complaints. Develops menu/costing. Qualifications: Basic Education Requirement - High School Diploma or GED Basic Management Experience - 1 year Basic Functional Experience - 1 year work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.

Job Title: Catering Assistant/Banquet Captain Company: Location: Des Moines, IA Description: Mojos on 86th is seeking an organized and motivated individual to assist with catering events. This position will conduct small events and coordinate staff at larger events. Hours vary based upon events but will include lunch, dinner, and weekends. Catering and/or service experience is a plus. Organizational skills, multitasking, and the ability to coordinate up to 10 banquet servers is key to success in this position. The ability to lift and carry hot boxes, coolers, and hot pans is required. Other opportunities, such as bartending, may also be possible with the right candidate. This is a part-time, hourly position with the opportunity to grow into full-time salary based upon growth and skill set. Compensation will be based on experience and the demonstration of abilities. Qualified candidates should submit resumes or stop by M-F 2-4pm to fill out an application. Please, no calls.

Job Title: Captain-Banquet Company: Marriott International Location: Des Moines, IA Description: Communicate service needs to chefs and stewards throughout functions. Total charges for group functions, and prepare and present checks to group contacts for payment. Ensure banquet rooms, restaurants, and coffee breaks are ready for service. Ensure proper centerpieces are displayed on every table.Inspect the cleanliness and presentation of all china, glass, and silver prior to use. Check in with guests to ensure satisfaction. Set tables according to type of event and service standards. Communicate additional meal requirements, allergies, dietary needs, and special requests to the kitchen. Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the day. Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards. Speak with others using clear and professional language, and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, support team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.