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Banquet Manager

Fairfax Marriott at Fair Oaks

11787 Lee Jackson Memorial Highway

Fairfax, VA 22033

310 Room Hotel
Managed By Crescent Hotels & Resorts

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Are you a passionate Banquet Manager, who is not afraid of thinking outside the box? Then, we have the job for you! Come and Join Team Crescent.

As a Banquet Manager, you will strategically lead the team to take guest satisfaction to the next level.

We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that ‘feed your inner explorer’, we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.

We are committed to providing you with:

  • An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
  • 401K matching program for eligible associates
  • Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members

    The Banquet Manager is responsible for hiring, training, and directing the banquet staff in servicing all banquet activities in order to ensure a successful function and repeat business.

    Essential Job Functions:

  • Interview, hire, train, recommend performance evaluations, resolve problems, provide open communication and recommend discipline and/or termination when appropriate.
  • Supervise the set-up of function rooms to include placement of linens, silverware, china, and glassware according to event order specifications. Visually inspect, function rooms and equipment prior to functions for cleanliness, proper inventory, and set up.
  • Verbally communicate, in a calm, positive demeanor, during the course of the function with the kitchen, service, beverage, convention services, and engineering staff, as well as the guest host to ensure timely execution of events, quality service, and adherence to all applicable federal, state, local safety and health regulations and corporate standards.
  • Supervise clean-up of function room and proper breakdown and storage of equipment.
  • Enter billing information into point of sale/automated sales system in order to generate a final guest check. Process payroll for each event which includes calculating number of hours worked and gratuity distribution.
  • Check staff attendance according to schedules, adjust and reassign server stations, as necessary, in order to provide quality service during functions.
  • Communicate both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to staff.
  • Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
  • Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

    REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Self-starting personality with an even disposition.
  • Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times.
  • Willing to pitch-in and help co-workers with their job duties and be a team player.
  • Must have comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette.
  • Knowledge of all applicable federal, state and local health and safety regulations.
  • Ability to grasp, lift, carry or transport up to 50 pounds.
  • Manager food handler certification, and alcohol awareness certification or attain within 30 days of hire.

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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    Fairfax Marriott at Fair Oaks

    310 Room Hotel

    Experience a renewing stay at our Fairfax, Virginia hotel.

    Travel with confidence at Fairfax Marriott at Fair Oaks. Our modern hotel provides an unparalleled location near George Mason University, Fair Oaks Mall and Inova Fair Oaks Hospital. Explore the dynamic Fairfax County, then kick back in our spacious rooms and suites. Our luxurious bedding, ergonomic workstations and convenient room service will make you feel at ease. Enjoy access to our M Club Lounge, serving complimentary breakfast, when you upgrade to our club-level accommodations. Indulge in delicious Southern cuisine at our 703 Bar + Kitchen. When you're in need of on-the-go snacks and beverages, visit The Market. Need to host an event? We offer 16 sleek event spaces for your unforgettable wedding reception or business convention. Serve a meal during your special occasion when you utilize our catering services. Before your hotel stay is complete, have a heart-pumping workout at our 24-hour fitness center. Whatever inspires your stay, rest and recharge at Fairfax Marriott at Fair Oaks.