Assistant Banquet Manager

Does the opportunity to make an impact on someone's special day excite you?Do you believe an event is only as successful as the camaraderie of the team executing it?Are you comfortable working seamlessly with both front-of-house and back-of-house teams?Do you enjoy variety and thrive in an environment where no two events-or days-are the same?If you answered yes, Congressional Country Club invites you to consider joining our team as an Assistant Banquet Manager.In this role, you will support the planning, execution, and leadership of banquet operations while ensuring exceptional service, strong team coordination, and memorable experiences for our Members and guests.Congressional Country Club is built on the belief that the impossible is possible. We are driven to make a positive impact every day and believe that when we work together, we accomplish more.What will be expected of you: Perform all duties required of a Banquet Server as neededSupervise and support Banquet Team Members in a professional, respectful, and effective mannerCreate and manage department schedules to ensure efficient and well-staffed eventsCommunicate clearly and calmly with Culinary, Catering Sales, hosts, and banquet teams to ensure timely and seamless event executionPrepare accurate banquet recaps for accounting and reporting purposesAcknowledge guests promptly and respond to needs regardless of event size or timingOversee and maintain food quality and service standardsCollaborate closely with the Catering Sales Team to plan and execute events at the highest levelServe as the on-site point of contact to ensure guest expectations are met or exceededConduct interviews and clearly communicate role expectations to candidatesPartner with the Catering Director and Catering Team to evaluate strategies and identify opportunities to enhance the guest experienceCommunicate departmental vision and track progress toward operational goalsReview labor needs and scheduling to balance service excellence with efficiencyLead regular staff meetings, including pre-shift and post-shift meetings, to build engagement and alignmentProvide Banquet Housepersons with detailed event information and timelinesOrder and receive banquet suppliesConduct daily line-ups, check-ins, and monthly inventoryMust have full availability, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays. How do we determine your qualifications?Three years of banquet experience in a hotel or club environment (preferred)Demonstrated supervisory or leadership experienceHigh school diploma or equivalent (required)Availability to work peak operating times, including weekends, holidays, and special eventsStrong knowledge of food and beverage preparation, service standards, guest relations, and etiquetteAbility to lift and transport up to 50 pounds as required for event operationsAbility to work independently with limited supervisionExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong time management, organization, and interpersonal skillsProven leadership and people-management abilitiesAbility to remain composed and service-focused in fast-paced, high-pressure environmentsPrior serving experience (preferred) Benefits: Full-time positionComplimentary meals and parkingHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available to full-time and part-time Team Members)Flexible Spending Account (FSA)401(k) with employer matchEmployee discounts on Golf, Tennis, and Fitness apparel and itemsCongressional Country Club offers competitive benefits designed to support total well-being and promote a healthy balance between work and personal life.Congressional Country Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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