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Location: La Quinta, CA
Salary: $Not stated

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<tr><td valign="top" width="450"><b>Title: Director of BanquetsLocation: United States of America-California-La QuintaJob Number:_LA 0106DA Director of Banquets with Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts is responsible for managing the daily execution of all banquet functions in the hotel?s continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.What will it be like to work for this Hilton Worldwide Brand?What began with the world?s most iconic hotel is now the world?s most iconic portfolio of hotels. In exceptional destinations around the globe, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts reflect the culture and history of their extraordinary locations, as well as the rich legacy of Waldorf Astoria. Simply stated, Waldorf Astoria embodies timeless elegance.We are bringing that legacy to life every day, with fresh, modern expressions of the essence of Waldorf Astoria. We are providing guests the exceptional environments and the personalized attention that are the source of those unforgettable moments that create a singular experience.Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts is one of Hilton Worldwide?s ten market-leading brands. For more information visit www.hiltonworldwide.com.If you understand the value of providing guests with an exceptional environment and personalized attention, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Team Member with Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts.What will I be doing?As a Director of Banquets, you would be responsible for managing the daily execution of all banquet functions in the hotel?s continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:* Plan and direct administration of the Banquet Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly communicate, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the department to the banquet management team and adminstrative support staff. Conduct all performance reviews for Banquet Managers as well as counsel and give directions for line team members.  * Develop, implement and maintain (with the aid of department''s team) department''s service guidelines and standards in regards to soliciting new business, training, department standards of operations, service standards, equipment par levels, and event set-up specifications.* Regularly review and evaluate the degree of acceptance of both the internal and external customer regarding the operation. Recommend new operating, marketing and service policies whenever there is declining business or unsatisfactory service to our customers.* Assist in the hotel''s goals in establishing and acheiving predetermined profit objectives and revenues.* Attend and prepare for all menu, pre-cons, individual team member, statement and departmental meetings.* Initiate, with the assistance of the Executive Chef, Banquet Managers, the development of new, attractive, and creative menus, and seasonal theme menus, breaks, and events to maximize revenue, add value, and variety.* Prepare and furnish all reports for forecast, budget information, and cost controls by implementing effective controls of labor and product cost.What are we looking for?Since being founded in 1919, Hilton Worldwide has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton Worldwide 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:HHospitality - We''re passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.IIntegrity - We do the right thing, all the time.LLeadership - We''re leaders in our industry and in our communities.TTeamwork - We''re team players in everything we do.OOwnership - We''re the owners of our actions and decisions.NNow - We operate with a sense of urgency and disciplineIn addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes in o

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