Food & Beverage Banquet Manager

Job Overview Green Valley Country Club is seeking an experienced Food & Beverage Banquet Manager to oversee banquet and catering operations while supporting restaurant service. This hands-on leadership role requires proven experience in both food & beverage and banquet management. The successful candidate will serve as a key holder, manage closing procedures for the restaurant, and ensure exceptional guest experiences across banquets, events, and daily F&B operations. Key Responsibilities Plan, coordinate, and execute banquet and catering events from inquiry through follow-up, including menu development, staffing, setup, service, and breakdown. Oversee food and beverage operations for banquets, private events, and restaurant service to maintain quality, consistency, and profitability. Act as a key holder: open/close facilities, secure premises, manage alarm systems, and ensure all closing checklists are completed accurately. Perform and supervise restaurant closing duties, inventory counts, equipment shutdown, cleaning verification, and end-of-day reporting. Lead, train, schedule, and motivate banquet and F&B teams to deliver high standards of service and hospitality. Collaborate with kitchen, sales, and front-of-house teams on event logistics, special requests, and operational efficiency. Work with F&B Director to monitor food and beverage costs, control waste, manage inventory, and support budget adherence for banquets and restaurant operations. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, alcohol service, and company policies. Handle guest concerns promptly and professionally; maintain strong client relationships for repeat and referral business. Maintain accurate records for events, labor, sales, and incidents; prepare reports as required. Required Qualifications & Experience Proven experience in food & beverage management and banquet/catering operations (hotel, restaurant, conference center, or similar preferred). Demonstrated ability to serve as a key holder and reliably perform/oversee restaurant closing duties. Strong knowledge of banquet service styles, menu planning, wine/beverage service, and event logistics. Experience leading teams, managing schedules, and driving service excellence. Solid understanding of cost control, inventory management, and basic P&L awareness. Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills; ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts as events and restaurant needs require. Must be able to obtain and maintain any required alcohol service certification and food handler permits. Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift to 50 lbs. as needed, and move throughout the facility. Preferred Qualifications Prior key-holder or assistant manager experience in a full-service restaurant or hotel F&B outlet. Experience with banquet software/POS systems and event management tools. Culinary background or strong working knowledge of kitchen operations. Multilingual skills or experience in high-end or large-scale banquet settings. Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation commensurate with experience Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays Employee dining discounts and club privileges Shift Family Meal To Apply: Please submit your resume highlighting relevant F&B and banquet experience, along with a brief cover note describing your key-holder and closing duties background. We look forward to hearing from candidates ready to take ownership of both event excellence and restaurant operations. Please send resume to ed@greenvalley.cc.