Director of Banquets

Job Summary

Cherokee Town & Country Club is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Banquets to lead the vision, planning, and execution of all banquet operations. This role works closely with the Director of Food & Beverage to ensure exceptional service and memorable experiences for our members and guests.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader who can build and inspire a cohesive, high-performing team while maintaining the highest standards of service through the delivery of the Cherokee Standard. This position plays a key role in driving operational excellence, team development, and overall department success.

This position comes with a competitive salary of $85,000 - $90,000/year based on experience and the following great benefits and perks:

• A 401(k) plan; matching up to 5%. 
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Free meals while on duty.
• Free parking.
• Employee golf available on occasional Mondays.
• Employee recognition opportunities.
• Employee appreciation events.
• MARTA (public transportation) discount.
   

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the hiring, training, and supervision of all banquet staff 
• Conduct weekly department meetings with the management team 
• Review and audit closing reports for Front of House (FOH) and culinary teams, identifying successes and areas for improvement 
• Oversee member billing following events and resolve discrepancies with the accounting department 
• Manage inventory for service items including supplies, uniforms, and bar products 
• Create and manage weekly staff schedules 
• Attend Banquet Event Order (BEO) and Food & Beverage meetings 
• Audit and approve departmental payroll 
• Support and participate in annual employee performance reviews 
• Develop and manage the department’s operating budget 
• Assist with special projects and reporting as needed 

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong work ethic with a polished, professional demeanor 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Highly organized with strong time management and decision-making abilities 
• Self-motivated, creative, and team-oriented 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) 
• Experience with systems such as NorthStar and Delphi is a plus 

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a restaurant, hotel, resort, or private club environment 
• Demonstrated success leading banquet or event service teams 
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or a related field preferred 

ABOUT CHEROKEE TOWN & COUNTRY CLUB

Chartered in 1956, Cherokee Town and Country Club is recognized as one of America's premier private clubs. Our Town Club occupies the famed Grant Estate on West Paces Ferry Road in Buckhead and our Country Club is located near the Chattahoochee River in Sandy Springs. The excellence of our facilities, combined with our commitment to the highest standards in dining and member services, has brought the club an extraordinary number of honors and awards throughout the years.

We are in the "happiness business" and believe in a positive "What can I do? How can I help?" attitude. We refer to our high expectations for our staff as the "Cherokee Standard". We value our employees for their hard work and dedication. Here at Cherokee Town & Country Club, we are proud of our top-notch working environment supported by a high-quality team management approach that includes competitive wages and awesome perks.  

Do you have a positive, engaging, hands-on management style? Are you attentive to detail and dedicated to maintaining high standards? Do you have strong written and verbal communication skills? Are you personable, outgoing, and passionate about delivering memorable experiences? Are you a team player? If so, apply today!