Banquet FOH Manager - George R. Brown Convention Center

Compass Group
life insurance, flex time, retirement plan
United States, Texas, Houston
1001 Avenida De Las Americas (Show on map)
Aug 26, 2024
Levy Sector Position: Banquet FOH Manager Location: George R. Brown Convention Center \| Downtown - Near Discovery Green \| Houston, Texas (Free Parking) George R. Brown Convention Center serves as a venue to host major events and is near Avenida Houston which is known for downtown's premier destination to sip, stroll and enjoy! Different perspectives make us better. We're committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self. About Levy The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy's diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Job Summary Job Summary: Banquet Manager will be the forefront of overseeing the day-to-day operations. This includes planning the layout and setup of each event, along with handling the staff (waiters, servers and other staff) that will cater to the guests. The responsibilities of the Banquet Manager are to maximize efficiency, while providing the best event experience to the guests. Planning and executing are the two major tasks that a Banquet Manager primarily performs. You will be responsible for managing client relations, along with ensuring that the food offered to the customers is of superior quality. Responsibilities: Plan the A-Z of the layout and set up of all banquet events. Assign roles and duties to the staff, oversee decor, layouts, placements, and factors that add to the look and feel of the convention meeting rooms. Onsite during the events to assist with special requests and queries that come from the guests. Ensures that the food offered to the client, customers, and employees of the operation is of superior quality Maintains excellent relationships with employees, guests and Client as well as other departments within the operation Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of Associate's Degree preferred Two to four years fine dining restaurant management experience is required Comprehensive food and wine knowledge. Applicant should be well versed on food and wine pairings. Requires operations management experience with purchasing knowledge. Impeccable decision-making skills, excellent communication and computer skills are needed, including BEOs. ServSafe Certified preferred Curious about Life at Levy? Check it out: Levy Culture Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. At Levy, team = family. And we'll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Flexible Time Off Plan Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.