Banquets | Assistant Banquets Manager
National Black MBA Association, Seattle, WA, United States
Join us for an incredible opportunity to be a part of our
Banquets & Event Services
leadership team as our
Assistant Banquets Manager , supporting the Hyatt Regency Seattle & Hyatt at Olive 8!
As a Great Place to Work in the U.S. for twelve years running, it's an award‑winning culture where you can bring your whole self to work every day, coupled with benefits that empower you to defy expectations and seek excellence.
The Assistant Banquets Manager will be responsible for managing banquet events at the hotel. This person supervises the service of all banquet and meeting functions at the Hyatt Regency Seattle & Hyatt at Olive 8. This role is a highly detailed role within the hotel to complete event requirements and create a memorable experience for guests.
Responsibilities
Supports and manages the Event Services (Banquets) department while working closely with the Area Director of Banquets, Area Convention Services Manager, Director and Assistant Director of Operations, the Culinary team, the Event Planning team, Stewarding, and other hotel departments
Supervise, Empower, Lead, Coach and Motivate the teams including captains and banquet servers towards achieving exceptional guest service results and complete colleague engagement
Ability to assist the hotel in reaching top box service scores on our Meeting Planner surveys
Ensure thorough communication and understanding with guests and other departments by reviewing Banquet Event Orders
Support the review of staffing & equipment needs
Support the coordination and execution of all events with Culinary, Stewarding, Event Planning & Sales, and Event Setup
Maintain a high energy, positive, professional appearance
Develop innovative and creative décor for Banquet function space
Support the short and long term banquet functions in the front and back of the house
Support an environment establishing the highest standards of quality service and ensure implementation through effective hiring, training development, promotion and continuous reinforcement
Administrative tasks may include the facilitation of payroll, reports, forecasts, point of sale procedures, inventory and budget for food and beverage functions
Perform daily walk‑throughs in banquet department and all function space and storerooms to ensure full compliance with Department of Health regulations and Hyatt Corporate standards
Ability to develop ideas for special events and holiday functions
The Assistant Banquet Manager is an integral part of the hotel's overall Food and Beverage team. You will work alongside your colleagues in the Food & Beverage Team to foster a successful Food & Beverage operation.
The salary range for this position is $80,170 to $106,000. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, including experience, qualifications, and education.
Benefits
This position is eligible for relocation assistance
Medical insurance for you and your dependents after 30 days of employment
Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
Basic Life Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
New Child Leave & Adoption Assistance
Paid Time Off
Vacation & Leave
10 days (80 hours) vacation earned upon completing 1-4 years of service
15 days (120 hours) vacation earned upon completing 5-9 years of service
20 days (160 hours) vacation earned upon completing 10+ years of service
(2) Floating Holidays per year
(6) Paid Holidays per year
Compassionate Leave
Jury Duty Leave
Seattle Paid Sick & Safe Time
Extended Illness Days – unused sick and safe time in excess of 72 hours converted to Extended Illness Days at the end of each calendar year
Perks
Employee Assistance Program
Free Uniforms and Cleaning of your Uniform
Discounted parking
Discounted Rooms at any participating Hyatt location starting on your first day of employment
Up to 12 complimentary rooms at any participating Hyatt location after 90 days of service
Free colleague meals during shift
Hyatt Colleague discount program
Tuition Reimbursement
ORCA Pass subsidy
Qualifications
Previous Food & Beverage leadership experience preferred
Strong beverage knowledge preferred
A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast‑paced environment
Must be available to work a varying schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays
Desire to create exceptional experiences for guests and colleagues
Detail‑oriented
Strong communication skills
Proficient in general computer knowledge
Able to push, pull, and lift moderate to heavy weight consistently throughout shift
Must have high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, effective communicator, strong developer and trainer, and effective in providing exceptional customer service
Food Handler’s/MAST cards required
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or caste.
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Banquets & Event Services
leadership team as our
Assistant Banquets Manager , supporting the Hyatt Regency Seattle & Hyatt at Olive 8!
As a Great Place to Work in the U.S. for twelve years running, it's an award‑winning culture where you can bring your whole self to work every day, coupled with benefits that empower you to defy expectations and seek excellence.
The Assistant Banquets Manager will be responsible for managing banquet events at the hotel. This person supervises the service of all banquet and meeting functions at the Hyatt Regency Seattle & Hyatt at Olive 8. This role is a highly detailed role within the hotel to complete event requirements and create a memorable experience for guests.
Responsibilities
Supports and manages the Event Services (Banquets) department while working closely with the Area Director of Banquets, Area Convention Services Manager, Director and Assistant Director of Operations, the Culinary team, the Event Planning team, Stewarding, and other hotel departments
Supervise, Empower, Lead, Coach and Motivate the teams including captains and banquet servers towards achieving exceptional guest service results and complete colleague engagement
Ability to assist the hotel in reaching top box service scores on our Meeting Planner surveys
Ensure thorough communication and understanding with guests and other departments by reviewing Banquet Event Orders
Support the review of staffing & equipment needs
Support the coordination and execution of all events with Culinary, Stewarding, Event Planning & Sales, and Event Setup
Maintain a high energy, positive, professional appearance
Develop innovative and creative décor for Banquet function space
Support the short and long term banquet functions in the front and back of the house
Support an environment establishing the highest standards of quality service and ensure implementation through effective hiring, training development, promotion and continuous reinforcement
Administrative tasks may include the facilitation of payroll, reports, forecasts, point of sale procedures, inventory and budget for food and beverage functions
Perform daily walk‑throughs in banquet department and all function space and storerooms to ensure full compliance with Department of Health regulations and Hyatt Corporate standards
Ability to develop ideas for special events and holiday functions
The Assistant Banquet Manager is an integral part of the hotel's overall Food and Beverage team. You will work alongside your colleagues in the Food & Beverage Team to foster a successful Food & Beverage operation.
The salary range for this position is $80,170 to $106,000. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, including experience, qualifications, and education.
Benefits
This position is eligible for relocation assistance
Medical insurance for you and your dependents after 30 days of employment
Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
Basic Life Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
New Child Leave & Adoption Assistance
Paid Time Off
Vacation & Leave
10 days (80 hours) vacation earned upon completing 1-4 years of service
15 days (120 hours) vacation earned upon completing 5-9 years of service
20 days (160 hours) vacation earned upon completing 10+ years of service
(2) Floating Holidays per year
(6) Paid Holidays per year
Compassionate Leave
Jury Duty Leave
Seattle Paid Sick & Safe Time
Extended Illness Days – unused sick and safe time in excess of 72 hours converted to Extended Illness Days at the end of each calendar year
Perks
Employee Assistance Program
Free Uniforms and Cleaning of your Uniform
Discounted parking
Discounted Rooms at any participating Hyatt location starting on your first day of employment
Up to 12 complimentary rooms at any participating Hyatt location after 90 days of service
Free colleague meals during shift
Hyatt Colleague discount program
Tuition Reimbursement
ORCA Pass subsidy
Qualifications
Previous Food & Beverage leadership experience preferred
Strong beverage knowledge preferred
A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast‑paced environment
Must be available to work a varying schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays
Desire to create exceptional experiences for guests and colleagues
Detail‑oriented
Strong communication skills
Proficient in general computer knowledge
Able to push, pull, and lift moderate to heavy weight consistently throughout shift
Must have high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, effective communicator, strong developer and trainer, and effective in providing exceptional customer service
Food Handler’s/MAST cards required
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or caste.
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