Assistant Banqueting Manager

Negotiable

InterContinental Hotels Group PLC

Experience

1-3 years

Job Type

Full Time

Location

South Africa, George

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Assistant
Banqueting Manager to join our team! In this role you will
be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of banquets
and events within our venue in coordination with the Banqueting Manager. Your
main goal will be to ensure the smooth execution of events and provide
exceptional service to our
guests.

Responsibilities:

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Plan, organize,
and execute banquets and events, including weddings, conferences, and corporate
functions.

Coordinate with clients to understand their
requirements and ensure their expectations are met.

Manage
and train banquet staff, ensuring they deliver excellent customer
service.

Oversee the setup and breakdown of event spaces, ensuring
they are properly arranged and decorated.

Collaborate with the culinary
team to create customized menus and ensure timely food and beverage
service.

Handle any guest concerns or issues promptly
and professionally.

Maintain a high standard of cleanliness
and organization in banquet areas.

Stay updated on industry trends
and implement innovative ideas to enhance the banquet
experience.

The duties and responsibilities described in this job
description are not a comprehensive list, and as such additional tasks may
be assigned to the employee from time
to time.

Qualifications:

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Higher Diploma /
Higher Education qualification specialized in hotel industry or Tourism
is preferred.

A minimum of 2 to 4
years’ experience working in a 5-star property or similar
environment.

Excellent written
and verbal communication.

Experience
in leading a team with key leadership skills.

style="line-height:103%;">Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
and flexible to workday and night shifts.

style="background-color:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0cm;"> style="color:black;">Maintain positive attitude, warm personality, attention
to detail and smart appearance.

style="line-height:103%;">Strong attention to detail and problem-solving
abilities.

We genuinely care about people, and
we show this through living out our promise of True Hospitality each day. It’s
what connects every colleague in all IHG® hotels.

Each IHG® hotel brand
delivers True Hospitality in their own way, and at the heart of it all
are specific, core service skills.