About the role
The Skirball Cultural Center seeks a capable and conscientious Banquet Manager. Reporting to the Senior Catering Manager, this position is responsible for helping to oversee catering operations through the development and completion of all events.
Salary: $70,000/year
Responsibilities:
- Ensure the recruitment and training of team members in our standards and procedures - Receive banquet event orders (BEOs) and determine proper staffing; ensure all food and service activities comply with BEOs, health and fire code requirements, and Jewish dietary laws, as requested - Organize day-of event needs with the Event Coordinator and establish and implement day-of event schedules - Plan, organize, and assign employee responsibilities to meet client needs - Provide on-site supervision and coordination during events; act as liaison between clients and employees prior to and during events; provide goods and services during events, ensuring smooth efficient operations - Represent the Skirball to guests; resolve problems quickly and efficiently; ensure service quality and standards - Act as liaison between catering employees and Skirball employees in other departments - Help maintain inventory supplies and proper equipment; ensure maintenance of stock areas for neatness and efficiency; report ordering needs to Senior Catering Manager - Supervise performance of on-call employees; recommend disciplinary action when needed; help provide on-the-job training to ensure employees offer appropriate service; follow up to ensure compliance - Assist Senior Catering Manager with managing tabulating payroll on ADP - Maintain petty cash for cash bars, carts, and catering needs; follow procedures for balancing cash and submitting reports as scheduled - Develop and maintain professional and managerial skills through participation in workshops and conferences, further education, and researching professional literature
Qualifications, Experience, and Attributes:
- 2+ years of experience in a food and beverage operational position - Must have a current California Food Handler’s Certificate and ABC Certification - Excellent oral and written communication skills - Ability to work independently, as a team player, and cross-functionally with all other departments - Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays - Preferred: previous experience with Ungerboeck and Staffmate
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