Assistant Banquet Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

START YOUR JOURNEY WITH US

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel
Dubai welcomes you to the heart of the city's lively downtown district
with modern luxury and award-winning service. Soaring above Sheikh Zayed Road,
our bustling and dynamic 5-star hotel is one of the tallest in the world,
consisting of two towers with 1608 rooms and boasts awe-inspiring views of
the water and Dubai cityscape. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or a workout
in the fitness center before easing tired muscles with a massage at Saray Spa.
Sample the flavors of the world at our 10 restaurants and lounges, which offer
Japanese, Italian, Indian and Thai cuisine. For those planning an event
in downtown Dubai, UAE our hotel offers 80,000 square feet of adaptable space,
including a striking ballroom and outdoor venues.

Explore, Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Opera which are all minutes
away.

LOVE WHAT YOU DO EVEN MORE

At JW Marriott®,
treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we treat our associates.
Because we believe it takes people who genuinely love what they do to create
a truly extraordinary experience.

Here at JW Marriott Marquis Dubai,
we are looking for talented individuals, to join our amazing family and
in return we are able to offer you the following:

• An amazing
  career opportunity to not just work with us but open opportunities worldwide
  with our extensive portfolio of hotels.
• Learning opportunities
  with some of the best professionals the region has to offer.
• We aim
  to promote our associates within as soon as the opportunity arises, so we hope
  to see you progress your career in line with our training and promotion
  schedule.
• A competitive salary with excellent benefits which include
  accommodation, meals on duty, Transportation, and:
  • World class training
    and development, including leadership development.
  • Recognition
    programs.
  • Discounted accommodation in over 8,000 hotels all over
    the world. Yes, 8,000!
  • Discounted food & drink in all our
    restaurants and bars.
  • Discounts for your friends and family.
  
  
  • Unlimited career opportunities (Internationally and locally)
  
  
  • Medical and Life insurance
• Amazing support to ensure
  you have all the tools you require to complete your day-to-day tasks.

OUR EXPECTATIONS FROM THE ROLE:

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 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, 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.

Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small
print). Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work
shift. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than
or equal to 50 pounds without assistance and objects weighing in excess of 75
pounds with assistance. Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size
and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Move over
sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces as well as up and down stairs and/or
service ramps.

Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling,
and stooping. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D.
equivalent.

Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work
experience.

Supervisory Experience: At least 1 year of supervisory
experience.

License or Certification: None

JW Marriott
is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than
100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations
around the world. JW believes our associates come first.

Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates
are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of
the brand’s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer
a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community
and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates
opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly,
a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus
on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way
we take care of our associates.

That’s The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands
with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​
begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team,
and become the best version of you.