Director of Banquets - Signia by Hilton San Jose

Job description

Located in the heart of Downtown San Jose, the beautiful and elegant  Signia by Hilton San Jose is looking for a dynamic Director of Banquets!

Discover  Signia by Hilton San Jose , where innovation meets opportunity in the heart of Silicon Valley. As one of the leading technology hubs in the world, San Jose is the perfect backdrop for the next chapter of your career. This luxurious hotel consists of 500+ rooms, offers 5 unique F&B options and 65,000 square feet of meeting space.

What will I be doing?

As the Director of Banquets, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our banquet operations, ensuring seamless execution of events and functions. From intimate gatherings to large-scale conferences, you will lead a union team committed to exceeding our guests' expectations every time. Your strategic vision and hands-on approach will drive revenue growth, maximize operational efficiency, and uphold the Hilton brand standards: 

·  Manage daily Banquet functions to include, but not limited to, planning, organizing and executing breakfasts, coffee breaks, luncheons, dinners, cocktail receptions, galas, etc.
·  Oversee the set up of function rooms to include, but not limited to, the placement of linens, silver, glassware and chinaware according to event specifications and a full inspection
·  Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision, scheduling, conducting counselling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward
·  Recruit, interview and train team members
·  Communicate function specifications, procedures and changes with affected departments including, but not limited to, the Food and Beverage, Event Services, Property Operations, Audio Visual and Housekeeping
·  Oversee the breakdown of the function room and ensure proper storage of equipment
·  Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards

   

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

·  Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
·  Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
·  Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
·  Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
·  Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
·  Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

·  Quality
·  Productivity
·  Dependability
·  Customer Focus
·  Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands .  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

The Benefits  – Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking  #1 Best Company To Work For in the world . and  #1 Best Workplaces for Women List - 5th Year In a Row.

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as

·  Health insurance
·  Career growth and development
·  Team Member Resource Groups
·  Recognition and rewards programs
·  Go Hilton travel discount program
·  Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO) 
·  Supportive parental leave
·  Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
·  Debt-free education : Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates and more)

The annual salary range for this role is $100,000 to $115,000 and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.