Assistant Banquet Manager

We are seeking a dynamic Assistant Banquet Manager to oversee event planning and execution, ensuring seamless coordination from start to finish.

You will work closely with clients, manage banquet functions, and communicate event specifics to all relevant teams. Leading and motivating the banquet team, you will ensure top-tier service through training and task delegation. Customer satisfaction is paramount, requiring exceptional guest service and quick problem-solving. You will also manage inventory, collaborate with other departments, and uphold health and safety standards. Administrative responsibilities include payroll, budgeting, and reporting.

Join us to deliver outstanding events in a professional and engaging environment!

Specific knowledge, skill and ability: 

• 1 - 2+ years’ experience in F&B Operations, Banqueting, preferably within the hospitality field.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Experience in luxury hotel operations is preferred.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Ability to read, listen and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Spanish or other language skills would be a plus.
• Strong Computer literacy to include Microsoft Office Suite and Internet, Opera Cloud, and performance management systems.
• Problem solving and Action Plan formulation skills.
• Energy and enthusiasm to motivate and engage others.
• Integrity, confidentiality, and approachability.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Requires high levels of interaction with all members of staff. Exchanging ideas, information, and opinions with others to formulate programs and arrive jointly at decisions, conclusions, and solutions.
• Ability to interact effectively with employees and external customers, including those who may require a thoughtful approach, patience, and diplomacy to address concerns, resolve conflicts, and gather accurate information.
• Visual ability to observe employees in the workplace, assess operations, and identify areas of concern related to employee performance, grooming, training, policy adherence, and overall conduct.

The perks of working as Assistant Banquet Manager with The Dupont Circle

• Free meals on duty as well as breakfast to get you started and all-day tea and coffee for the caffeine lovers
• Great health plan and benefits
• Plan for your future with our 401k plan
• Great location with easy access to the Metro and commuter benefits
• Discounted hotel rooms in the UK, Ireland and USA for you, your family and friends
• 50% off food when dining with the Doyle Collection
• In-house training team dedicated to your personal development
• Reward and recognition programmes (earn bonuses, restaurant meals, overnight stays and extra days off!)
• Staff summer parties, Christmas parties and regular team get togethers
• Plus more …

The Dupont Circle, Washington

The Dupont Circle Hotel in Washington DC is a luxury property located right on Dupont Circle in the nation's capital. Newly renovated the hotel has 327 chicly styled and luxuriously appointed guest rooms, with 12 bespoke penthouse suites located on the 9th floor of the hotel. Home to Pembroke Restaurant and Doyle Bar, the property also boasts almost 10,000 square feet of meeting and event space.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Dupont Circle Hotel does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based upon race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family responsibilities, genetic information, matriculation, or political affiliation. We will make any reasonable effort to ensure that all applicants and employees receive equal opportunity in personnel matters, including recruiting, selection, training, placement, promotion, wages and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions.