Banquets Office Coordinator

Role summary

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The Banquets Office Coordinator supports the banquet and events team with administrative and operational coordination. Responsibilities typically include preparing event paperwork, updating schedules and function details, coordinating with culinary, stewarding, housekeeping and front office teams, responding to internal requests, maintaining records, and assisting with guest and event requirements. Candidates should have strong organization, communication and computer skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage changing priorities in a luxury hotel environment. Previous experience in banquets, catering, hospitality administration or event coordination is preferred. The successful candidate is expected to be professional, service-focused, dependable, discreet and comfortable working flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays.

About the employer

The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman is a luxury beachfront resort operated under The Ritz-Carlton brand, part of Marriott International. Located on Seven Mile Beach, the resort offers upscale guest rooms and suites, restaurants and bars, spa and wellness facilities, meeting and banquet venues, recreational activities and personalized service. Its workplace culture emphasizes refined hospitality, attention to detail, genuine care for guests and strong teamwork. Employees typically work with colleagues from many countries while serving an international leisure, business and events clientele. The property is one of Grand Cayman's prominent luxury hotels and regularly offers opportunities across food and beverage, banquets, rooms, engineering, guest services and administration. Benefits and employment conditions depend on the specific contract and Cayman Islands regulations.

Working in Cayman Islands

The Cayman Islands offers hospitality, tourism, finance, retail, construction, healthcare and professional services opportunities, with resorts providing many roles for international workers. The culture blends Caribbean traditions with British influence and a large expatriate community. Grand Cayman has beautiful beaches, excellent diving, boating, restaurants and a generally safe, polished lifestyle, although housing, groceries and transportation can be expensive. Most overseas employees require a work permit, normally arranged and sponsored by the employer before employment begins; approval is not automatic and depends on the role and immigration requirements. Employees should confirm contract terms, accommodation, medical coverage, airfare, permit fees and relocation support before accepting an offer. Grand Cayman is the main commercial island, while Cayman Brac and Little Cayman offer quieter communities and fewer jobs. A valid passport, professional references and relevant qualifications are commonly required.