Assistant Director Of Banquets

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

A sun-filed urban oasis in the heart of Los Angeles stands a city icon, buzzing with the energy and excitement of one of the most diverse destinations in the world. When you're not out roaming the Hollywood Hills, shopping on Rodeo Drive and exploring our city's notable art museums, settle in and unwind at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. Soak up the sun at our resort-style pool, savour award-winning Italian cuisine at Culina Ristorante and discover a new level of wellness at our Spa - or in the comfort of your very own guest room.

Our Brand Promise:

At Four Seasons, Life is richer when we truly connect to the people and world around us.

Whether you work, stay, live or discover with us, our purpose is to create impressions that will last a lifetime.

Our Promise to you:

To create a culture and a work ethic based on the Golden Rule, giving our people a framework to pursue a superior international service culture.

What makes us unique:

In the heart of Beverly Hills & West Hollywood this award winning hotel stands a city icon, buzzing with the energy and excitement of one of the most diverse destinations in the world. Soak up the sun at our resort-style pool, savour award-winning Italian cuisine at Culina Ristorante and discover a new level of wellness at our Spa - or in the comfort of your very own guest room.

Responsibilities:

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Select, train, evaluate, lead, motivate, coach, and discipline all staff in the Hotel's Event Services Department to ensure that established cultural and core standards are met; long-range strategic planning for outlet operation.

• The ability to be visible in the operation, provide recognition, promote good public relations, and handle complaints, concerns or special requests for guests, clients, and group contacts.

• Coordinate set-up requirements for hotel and off-site functions according to the banquet event order, communicate directly with group contacts, Catering Managers, and Conference Services Managers to ensure that all details of the function are carried out, ensure quality and timeliness of all food items, as well as provide knowledge of wine and spirits in an elegantly appointed environment dedicated to an attentive and distinctive experience.

• The ability to work closely with the Assistant Director of Food & Beverage, Director of Food & Beverage, Executive Chef, and Director of Catering to design an effective menu and wine list while ensuring excellent product quality at a fair price and attend regular operational meetings to ensure effective coordination and cooperation between departments.

• Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory and cash control.

• Observe physical condition of facilities and equipment in the banquet area and make recommendations for corrections and improvements as needed.

• Comply with Four Seasons' Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth in EmPact.

• Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors.

Skills/Qualifications:

Ideal candidate will have:

• College degree, preferably specializing in hotel/restaurant management or equivalent experience is required.

• Three to five years' previous experience in a similar position in Banquets or other Food & Beverage outlets.

• Requires a working knowledge of division operations and Four Seasons cultural and core standards, policies, and standard operating procedures. Working knowledge is generally learned on-the-job.

• Knowledge of food & beverage service, cost control, labor control, maintenance, merchandising, and accounting. Requires ability to operate computer equipment and other food & beverage computer systems.

• Excellent reading, writing, and oral proficiency in the English language.

• Must be able to work flexible schedule (early morning/late nights)

• Requires reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.

We Offer:

• Salary Range: $80,000-$95,000

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

• 401K Retirement savings plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• Investment in your Wellbeing

• Life Insurance

• Complimentary Room nights and discounted rates

• Free on-site parking

• Training programs, tuition reimbursement

• Growth & Development opportunities

Schedule & Hours:

• AM/PM/Weekends

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf