# Banquet Manager

**Company:** [Millennium Hotels and Resorts](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/44qrjFFDqVPMCFanufiQ7j.md)
**Location:** Sunnyvale, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** M Social Sunnyvale

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## Description

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**Hotel Name:** M Social Sunnyvale  
**Location:** Onsite – Sunnyvale, CA  
**Salary Range:** $95,000.00 - $110,000.00

### **Join the Team at M Social Sunnyvale**

At **M Social Sunnyvale**, we don’t just welcome guests—we create moments, spark connections, and bring energy to every interaction. Designed for the _young at heart_, M Social delivers a bold and vibrant hospitality experience.

### **About M Social Sunnyvale**

As the first ground-up M Social in the U.S., this innovative property features 263 rooms, a dynamic courtyard, and the signature Beast & Butterflies social hub. Located in Silicon Valley, the hotel blends technology, design, and social connectivity to create a unique guest experience.

As part of Millennium Hotels & Resorts, a global hospitality leader with over 145 hotels across key destinations worldwide, our hotel is backed by a legacy of quality, consistency, and service excellence—driven by a passion for hospitality, an entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and a progressive, solutions-oriented approach."

At Millennium, we are guided by our core values:

-   **Passion for Hospitality** – Delivering meaningful and memorable guest experiences
-   **Entrepreneurial** – Taking ownership and acting with agility
-   **Innovation & Progressive** – Continuously improving how we operate and serve
-   **Solutions & Results Oriented** – Staying adaptable and focused on results

These values shape how we work, how we lead, and how we create exceptional experiences for our guests and our teams.

### About the Role

As our **Banquet Manager**, you will lead banquet operations and ensure the flawless execution of meetings, conferences, weddings, social events, and special functions. You will partner closely with Catering & Conference Services, Culinary, and hotel operations to deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining the highest standards of service, quality, and operational excellence.

This role is ideal for a hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys leading teams, and is passionate about creating memorable events.

### Your Impact

You will play a vital role in the success of the hotel's banquet operation by leading event execution, developing banquet team members, maintaining service excellence, and ensuring every event exceeds guest expectations.

### What You'll Be Doing

### Leadership & Ownership

-   Lead all banquet operations and daily event execution
-   Supervise banquet supervisors, captains, servers, bartenders, and setup teams
-   Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and exceptional guest service
-   Maintain high service standards while creating an engaging work environment

### Event Operations

-   Oversee the execution of meetings, conferences, weddings, galas, and social events
-   Review and execute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) with accuracy and attention to detail
-   Conduct pre-shift meetings and event briefings with banquet staff
-   Ensure proper room setup, décor, audiovisual coordination, and event flow
-   Partner with Culinary to ensure seamless food production and service timing
-   Resolve operational challenges quickly while maintaining a positive guest experience

### Guest Experience

-   Deliver exceptional hospitality throughout every event
-   Interact with clients and event planners to ensure expectations are exceeded
-   Respond promptly to guest requests and service recovery opportunities
-   Create memorable experiences through personalized service and attention to detail

### Team Collaboration

-   Partner closely with Catering & Conference Services, Sales, Culinary, Stewarding, Engineering, and Front Office teams
-   Maintain open communication across departments to ensure successful event execution
-   Support hotel-wide initiatives and operational goals

### People Leadership

-   Recruit, train, coach, and develop banquet team members
-   Conduct performance coaching and provide ongoing feedback
-   Develop schedules based on business levels while managing labor productivity
-   Promote teamwork, engagement, and continuous development

### Financial & Business Performance

-   Manage banquet labor costs and scheduling
-   Monitor payroll, overtime, and productivity
-   Assist with departmental budgeting and forecasting
-   Control banquet equipment and operating expenses
-   Support revenue opportunities through exceptional event execution

### Compliance & Standards

-   Ensure compliance with company policies, health regulations, and safety standards
-   Maintain food safety and sanitation standards
-   Ensure banquet spaces and equipment are maintained in excellent condition
-   Uphold operational excellence and accountability across all banquet operations

## Requirements

-   Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences
-   Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
-   Excellent organizational and communication skills
-   Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume banquet environment
-   Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
-   Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and varied schedules

### Leadership Requirements

-   Proven leadership experience managing banquet operations within a full-service hotel or resort
-   Demonstrated ability to lead large banquet teams while maintaining service excellence
-   Strong coaching, mentoring, and employee development skills
-   Experience managing labor productivity and scheduling
-   Ability to lead multiple events simultaneously while maintaining quality standards

### Technical / Role-Specific Requirements

-   Strong knowledge of banquet operations and event execution
-   Experience reviewing and executing Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)
-   Knowledge of banquet room setup styles, service standards, and event logistics
-   Experience coordinating with Culinary, Catering, and Conference Services teams
-   Strong understanding of food and beverage service standards
-   Experience managing labor costs, payroll, and banquet inventories
-   Familiarity with Delphi or similar hotel event management systems preferred

### Education

-   High school diploma or equivalent required
-   Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or a related field preferred
-   Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered

## Benefits

At Millennium Hotels & Resorts, we support our employees with a competitive benefits package designed to promote wellbeing and long-term success:

-   Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
-   Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
-   Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
-   401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match (where applicable)
-   Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
-   Hotel Room Discounts across our global portfolio
-   Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

_Benefits eligibility and offerings are subject to plan terms and company policy._

**Why Join Us**

At Millennium Hotels & Resorts, you’re not just taking on a role—you’re joining a global organization committed to people, performance, and growth.

Whether you’re supporting operations behind the scenes or delivering service on the front line, your work contributes to a culture focused on hospitality, collaboration, and results.  
If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow, contribute, and make an impact, we invite you to join our team.
