Food & Beverage / Banquet Manager

WORK WHERE YOU LOVE TO BE Careers at Desert Willow Golf Resort Build a career where exceptional hospitality, unforgettable events, and meaningful guest experiences come together in the heart of Palm Desert. View Open Positions Submit General Application Now Hiring Food & Beverage / Banquet Manager Lead unforgettable weddings, tournaments, corporate events, and special celebrations while inspiring a talented hospitality team at one of Palm Desert’s premier golf resorts. Food & Beverage / Banquet Manager Full-Time • Leadership • Palm Desert, CA Supports the daily operations of the Food & Beverage Department, including restaurant, bar, banquet, catering, convention, and beverage cart operations, in coordination with the Food & Beverage leadership team and other front-of-house managers. Provides leadership, training, and support to front-of-house staff to help deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining operational excellence, financial performance, and Company standards. Read Full Job Description Food & Beverage / Banquet Manager Department: Food & Beverage Reports to: Food & Beverage Director Direct Reports: Assists in managing front line service staff for restaurant and banquet activities. Position Type: Full-time, Non-Seasonal, Salaried, Exempt Location: Palm Desert, California Position Summary Supports the daily operations of the Food & Beverage Department, including restaurant, bar, banquet, catering, convention, and beverage cart operations, in coordination with the Food & Beverage leadership team and other front-of-house managers. Provides leadership, training, and support to front-of-house staff to help deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining operational excellence, financial performance, and Company standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Plan staffing schedules for restaurant, banquet, and special events to ensure outstanding guest service while controlling labor costs. Review Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) daily to coordinate staffing, room setups, equipment, décor, and service execution. Ensure all restaurant, banquet, catering, bar, patio, snack bar, beverage cart, and storage areas meet Company sanitation, safety, and presentation standards. Assist with food and beverage purchasing, receiving, inventory, cost controls, and POS reporting while maintaining quality and profitability. Ensure all events and daily operations are executed on time and according to Company service standards. Assist with promotional programs, and event planning to enhance guest satisfaction and revenue. Assist to recruit, hire, train, schedule, coach, evaluate, and develop team members while promoting accountability and resolving associate concerns. Conduct department meetings, pre-shift lineups, and ongoing training programs. Ensure compliance with all Company policies, food safety regulations, alcohol service requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local laws. Prepare operational, financial, inventory, payroll, and budget reports as required. Maintain a positive, professional work environment while creating memorable guest experiences. Perform other duties as assigned. Education/Qualifications/Certifications High school, college degree, required or preferred. 5 years applicable functional, supervisory and/or management experience, preferably in the golf industry. Demonstrated experience and capability in the areas of budget development, fiscal management, strategic planning, staff management. Demonstrated quality written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to analyze and solve problems; efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision; work flexible hours as required including nights/weekends. Positive attitude, professional manner and appearance in all situations. Position Physical Requirements Must have the ability to: Read and write (English) Communicate verbally with staff members and/or customers with or without the use of two-way radios. Give and/or follow verbal and written instructions Supervise subordinates Visually inspect all work areas Operate equipment for several hours at a time Perform mathematical calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages Retrieve, read and interpret information from technical