Banquet Manager

Accolades with an Award-Winning Hotel 

• Five-Time #1 Best Historic Hotel in America-USA Today (2021 – 2025)


• #1 Best Historic Hotel and Best Social Media-Historic Hotels of America


• 2025 Preferred Hotels & Resorts in Pennsylvania-S. News and World Report


• Voted Best Hotel in the Lehigh Valley-TripAdvisor


• Awarded as Top Workplace-Morning Call

Why Work for Us

Historic Hotel Bethlehem offers their employees the opportunity to work alongside a team of dedicated individuals who are devoted to embracing the hotel’s culture and legacy. We strive to develop a team with pride and passion in each role to take care of guests and each other.

Competitive Benefits Including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance


• Generous paid time off


• Bonus incentive programs


• 401K and Life Insurance


• Hotel discounts through Historic Hotels of America

Position Summary
The Banquet Manager is responsible for the overall operation of the banquet department, ensuring exceptional event execution, outstanding guest service, and effective coordination between Sales, Food & Beverage, and Event teams. This hands-on leadership role focuses on team development, operational excellence, and delivering memorable event experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day banquet operations, including event execution, staffing, service standards, and guest satisfaction.


• Collaborate with Sales and Restaurant leadership to ensure seamless event planning, communication, and execution.


• Coordinate staffing and scheduling for banquet servers, bartenders, captains, and event coverage while maintaining labor efficiency.


• Develop and train banquet captains and supervisors to independently manage events, administrative duties, and room set-up operations.


• Ensure proper staffing coverage and operational continuity in the manager’s absence.


• Partner with Sales on high-profile and unique events that enhance the hotel's reputation and market competitiveness.


• Monitor service quality, guest feedback, and event outcomes, implementing improvements to elevate the guest experience.


• Maintain high standards of professionalism, service, and event presentation while fostering a positive and engaged team culture.

Qualifications

• Previous banquet, event, or hospitality management experience required.


• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.


• Ability to manage multiple events and priorities in a fast-paced environment.


• Proven experience developing teams and driving service excellence.


• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Join our team and help create exceptional event experiences while leading a high-performing banquet operation.

Company Policies

There will be a pre-employment drug screen and a nationwide criminal background check. Previous employment will be verified and references will be thoroughly checked.