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Sun Hill Properties Inc.

Director of Banquets

Sun Hill Properties Inc., Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


Position Title: Director of Banquets Department:

Banquets Classification:

Exempt Reports To:

Director of Meetings & Events Position Overview The

Director of Banquets

is a senior leadership role responsible for managing all banquet and catering operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, optimizing revenue, and maintaining operational excellence within the hotel’s event spaces. This position plays a pivotal role in upholding the property’s standards for luxury, quality, and service. Why Join Us? We offer competitive compensation and a suite of benefits to ensure our team members thrive: Compensation:

Competitive salary $120,000.00-$125,000.00 Perks:

Employee hotel discounts, onsite complimentary parking. Benefits Package:

401(k) plan with a 5% employer match. Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

Additional Benefits:

Paid time off, complimentary employee meals, and transit reimbursement. Professional Development:

Access to growth and leadership training opportunities. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership:

Develop and execute banquet and catering strategies to maximize revenue and occupancy. Team Management:

Lead the banquet team, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management. Event Coordination:

Collaborate with sales, culinary, and operations teams to ensure flawless event execution. Financial Oversight:

Manage budgets (labor & expenses), monitor revenue targets, and oversee pricing strategies. Client Relations:

Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including corporate clients, wedding planners, and event organizers. Compliance and Standards:

Ensure adherence to health, safety, and quality standards. Technology Utilization:

Leverage event management software to streamline operations and improve efficiency. Continuous Improvement:

Conduct regular inspections, address guest concerns, and implement service and buffet station presentation enhancements. Reporting:

Provide detailed reports on financial performance, team productivity, and guest satisfaction metrics. Required Qualifications Education:

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, Business Administration, or a related field. Experience:

5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in banquet or catering management, ideally in a luxury hotel setting. Skills:

Proven ability to generate revenue and lead high-performing teams. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and customer service expertise. Proficiency in event management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) certification. Previous experience with Hilton brand standards. Multilingual capabilities. Advanced degree in Hospitality Management or related field. Core Competencies Strategic and financial planning. Team leadership and mentorship. Advanced problem-solving and crisis management. Exceptional attention to detail. Adaptability in high-pressure environments. Cultural awareness and diversity sensitivity. Able to pivot and prioritize staff based on last minute customer needs. Physical Requirements Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Frequently move between event spaces. Lift up to 25 pounds as needed. Adaptability to fast-paced, high-energy environments. Standard Specifications Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees, or guests. A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

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