Banquets Manager

Role summary

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The Banquets Manager oversees meetings, weddings, receptions, and other catered events, ensuring smooth service from planning through completion. Requirements typically include several years of hospitality or banquet experience, supervisory experience, strong organization, knowledge of food and beverage operations, and the ability to manage budgets, staffing, setup, and guest requests. Candidates are expected to lead teams professionally, coordinate with culinary and event departments, maintain Marriott service standards, resolve issues quickly, and deliver memorable guest experiences. Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, is usually required. Strong communication, computer, scheduling, and problem-solving skills are important, along with the physical ability to remain active during events.

About the employer

Wailea Beach Resort–Marriott, Maui is a luxury oceanfront resort located in the Wailea area of Maui, Hawaii. It is part of Marriott International, one of the world's largest hospitality companies, operating hotels and resorts across numerous brands and destinations. The resort offers upscale accommodation, restaurants, pools, spa services, cultural programming, wedding venues, and extensive meeting and banquet facilities. Its location, overlooking the Pacific and neighboring islands, attracts leisure travelers, families, wedding groups, and corporate guests. Employees work in a high-end, service-focused environment where attention to detail, teamwork, Hawaiian hospitality, and respect for local culture are important. Marriott commonly provides eligible employees with benefits such as health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, travel discounts, and career development opportunities, although specific benefits depend on position and employment status.