Banqueting Co-ordinator at Royal Nairobi Golf Club

Banqueting Co-ordinator Job Responsibilities

• To ensure that all banquet functions are conducted in a pre-planned manner.
• Inspect table set-ups, check for cleanliness, neatness and rectify deficiencies with respective personnel.
• Review sales contracts as well as other important information, i.e. room block, cut-off date, food & beverage minimums, special concessions and attrition clauses and validate with client.
• Monitor and enforce program deadline dates and work with clients to release meeting space needed to maximize the club revenues.
• Participate in site visits and plan meetings for upcoming groups and potential affiliate business.
• Book, produce and distribute catering contracts, making sure they are signed on time
• Participate in Pre/Post-Event meetings and review bill with client.
• Maintain up-to-date information on program and food and beverage events.
• Effectively supervise the activities of all Banquet food servers and bartenders in the function rooms during assigned shift by ensuring all duties are performed according to established policies and procedures.
• Prepare weekly work schedules in accordance with staffing guidelines and labor forecasts.
• Adjust schedules throughout the week to meet the business demands.
• Perform any other duty as maybe assigned from time to time.

Qualifications for the Banqueting Co-ordinator Job

• University/College degree in a related discipline preferred.
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guests needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times