Banquet Supervisor

Our Story and Vision: At Hotel Commonwealth, we begin with a simple premise. We take cures from each guest to define how we can be distinctly ‘of service’ to them – it’s a guest changing philosophy that doesn’t live in a manual, but rather within the DNA of our brand. Unscripted hospitality plays out daily in all we do. It empowers our associates to provide incomparable, authentic service.

With the stylish and incredible rooms and suites, and incomparable Fenway Park overlooks, the rooms and public spaces show the hotel’s legendary urban charm. We want you to share your love of the city and its charms and energy. We have a keen eye for detail and pride ourselves on being unrivaled hosts to guests from all reaches. We are a team that looks forward to the experiences we create for guests, and the joy we find in working together.

The Perks:

• Sage Hotel & Restaurant Discounts across the US
• Vibrant Downtown Location close to public transportation
• Complimentary Shift Meal
• Perq Program with MBTA

At Sage we create a culture of belonging. Our team members serve with creativity, and passion. Sage associates execute unforgettable experiences and take pride in our communities. We set new standards in hospitality.

The Banquet Supervisor is responsible for the successful operation of the banquets events. Ensures all banquet activities are carried out professionally and to standard while maximizing profitability. Manages, motivates and empowers associates. Must demonstrate excellent leadership, communication and team building skills with associates, peers and across departments.

This position requires FLEXIBLE schedule, will average 20-25 hours a week. AM, PM, weekend availability required

• Supervise the daily operations of banquets events to ensure compliance with Banquet Event Orders, safety regulations and procedures and to ensure an optimal level of service, quality and hospitality.
• Meet with the customers to review the Banquet Event Order and to review any changes, issues and/or problems to ensure delivery of a quality product.
• Calculate and review the banquet checks ensuring accuracy and present the check to the customer for signature to ensure payment.
• Calculate and prepare the daily gratuities and payroll ensuring accurate, prompt reporting to the Controller's department.
• Monitor and control the maintenance/sanitation of the banquet areas and equipment to protect the assets and ensure quality service.
• Communicate effectively with customers, managers and associates to ensure that all room setups, equipment, supplies, staffing and menus meet/exceed customer's expectations.
• Keep station neat and clean while servicing guest per established policies and procedures.
• Use proper in-room clearing and tray jacks.
• Break down buffets or other special food service tables and equipment.
• Greet and serve guests following guidelines set by the policies/procedures regarding the service of food and beverage.
• Keep kitchen area, storage areas, and buffet clean according to policies set forth by management.
• Hours: Flexible; scheduled days and times may vary based on need.
• Complete all set-up and closing duties. Set-up table according to procedures, with table cloth, skirting, food and utensils.
• Clean off buffet and put supplies away appropriately at the conclusion of service.
• Perform sidework duties as needed.

Education/Formal Training

One to two years of post high school education.

Experience

Two to three years in a related position with this company or other organization(s).

Knowledge/Skills

• Basic knowledge of the principles and practices within catering and food and beverage.
• Experiential knowledge of management of people, complex problems, efficient sales activities and food and beverages management.
• Requires ability to investigate and analyze current activities and/or information involving readily available data and indicating logical conclusions and recommendations.
• Excellent hearing necessary for verbal interaction with guests and associates.
• Excellent vision necessary to view set-ups. Excellent speech communication skills required for verbal interaction with guests and associates.
• Excellent literacy necessary to read BEOs, process gratuities and payroll, etc.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying tables, chairs, boxes (50 lb. maximum) occasionally.
• Bending/kneeling required for taping down cords, skirting tables, picking up floor after function, occasionally.
• Mobility -ability to service clients on a moments notice, variable distances, 100%.
• Continuous standing -function observation, client site inspections (one hour minimum to four hours maximum).
• Climbing stairs up to approximately 55 steps 3-5% of 10 hours.
• Driving -distance varies (20% used for sales calls).

Environment

• Physically strenuous -prolonged standing, walking, lifting and carrying throughout entire shift in indoor environment.
• Inside 70% of 10 hour shift. Outside 30% of 10 hour shift.
• Abnormal temperatures -extreme summer heat of 95 degrees and above and winter cold.