• Banquet Manager - President Abraham Lincoln…

    Hilton (Springfield, IL)


    The President Abraham Lincoln Springfield \- a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel is looking for a Hotel Maintenance Engineer to join their team\! This310 roomproperty is located just a short walk from Bank of Springfield Center and Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum and Library\. Illinois State Museum, Knights Action Park, and Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport are less than 15 minutes' drive away\.

     

    A Banquet Manager is responsible for managing the daily execution of all banquet functions in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability\.

     

    The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year management experience within banquets in a hotel setting, strong verbal and written communication skills, the ability to adapt, multi\-task and work under pressure, flexible and open schedule, and comfortability with Microsoft software and computer programs\. Previous experience as banquet server and/or captain is a plus\!

     

    What will I be doing?

     

    As a Banquet Manager, you will be responsible for managing the daily execution of all banquet functions in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability\. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

     

    + Manage daily Banquet functions to include, but not limited to, planning, organizing and executing breakfasts, coffee breaks, luncheons, dinners, cocktail receptions, galas, etc\.

    + Oversee the set\-up of function rooms to include, but not limited to, the placement of linens, silver, glassware and chinaware according to event specifications and a full inspection

    + Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision, scheduling, conducting counselling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward

    + Recruit, interview and train team members

    + Communicate function specifications, procedures and changes with affected departments including, but not limited to, the Food and Beverage, Event Services, Property Operations, Audio Visual and Housekeeping

    + Oversee thebreak downof the function room and ensure proper storage of equipment

    + Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards

     

    Salary Range:$59,000 and up depending on experience

     

    Shift Pattern: Typically, afternoon and evening, must be open to work mornings, weekends and holidays as department requires

     

    What are we looking for?

     

    Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry\. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success\. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values\. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

     

    + Hospitality \- We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences\.

    + Integrity \- We do the right thing, all the time\.

    + Leadership \- We're leaders in our industry and in our communities\.

    + Teamwork \- We're team players in everything we do\.

    + Ownership \- We're the owners of our actions and decisions\.

    + Now \- We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

    In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

    + Quality

    + Productivity

    + Dependability

    + Customer Focus

    + Adaptability

     

    What will it be like to work for Hilton?

     

    Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full\-service hotels and resorts to extended\-stay suites and mid\-priced hotels\. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest accommodations, service, amenities and value\. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across itsglobal brands \(http://jobs\.hiltonworldwide\.com/our\-brands/index\.php\)\. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day\.Andour amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all\!

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    **Job:** _Banquets_

    **Title:** _Banquet Manager \- President Abraham Lincoln Springfield, a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel_

    **Location:** _null_

    **Requisition ID:** _HOT0BS77_

     

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