JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE
About Four Seasons:
• Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
• At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
• Steps from the Prophet's Mosque, our Hotel will offer luxury accommodation for the city's 1.5 million annual visitors. The new-build hotel will be located at the heart of Madinah and steps from one of the most historic and significant sites in the region: Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, also known as the Prophet's Mosque. Madinah is also home to the Quba Mosque, which is regarded as the oldest mosque in the world.
The Role of the Banquets Manager
• As a Banquets Manager, your role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of the Banquet Department and ensuring guest satisfaction. You are responsible for the planning, organizing, controlling, and directing the work of your team members to deliver exceptional banquet experiences.
• Your ability to effectively manage and coordinate all aspects of banquets, including staffing, scheduling, menu planning, set-up arrangements, and execution of events is essential. By efficiently allocating resources and overseeing the implementation of banquet procedures, you contribute directly to the success of each event.
• Your goal as a Banquets Manager is to exceed guest expectations through impeccable service delivery. With your leadership skills and attention to detail, you can ensure that all aspects of banquets are executed flawlessly, from start to finish.
• Four Seasons Hotel Madinah
• Located just steps from the Prophet's Mosque and surrounded by world-class museums and must-see heritage sites, Four Seasons Hotel Madinah will offer a luxury retreat in the heart of the city.
• Guests will be greeted by its striking façade and experience exceptional dining, a world-class spa, and personalized service - all delivered by Four Seasons with genuine care. Madinah, we can't wait to meet you later this year.
Requirements:
Knowledge and Skills• College degree preferably specializing in hotel/restaurant management or equivalent experience is required.
• Three years previous experience in an assistant manager position in Banquets or other Food & Beverage outlets.
• Requires a working knowledge of division operations as well as Four Seasons cultural and core standards, policies, and standard operating procedures. Working knowledge is generally learned on-the-job.
• Knowledge of food & beverage service, cost control, labor control, maintenance, merchandising, and accounting.
• Requires ability to operate computer equipment and other food & beverage computer systems.
• Requires reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
What to Expect:
• Competitive Net Salary in a Tax-Free Environment
• Competitive housing allowance
• Transportation Allowance
• 30 days' vacation
• 10 days Public Holidays per year
• Paid home leave tickets.
• Complimentary employee meals
• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Worldwide Complimentary Room Nights with Four Seasons
• Laundry/dry cleaning for provided for work attire.
• Growth & Development opportunities
• Additional Family Benefits apply.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Soaring over the city in the iconic Kingdom Tower, Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh is a buzzing hub at the forefront of style and sophistication. Redesigned interiors bring authentic Saudi heritage and craftsmanship to life, while our distinguished team provides a bespoke experience through thoughtful, personalized service and hospitality.