Assistant Event Operations Manager

Job Number 23031746 Job Category Event Management Location The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, 1601 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands, Texas, United States VIEW ON MAP Schedule Part-Time Located Remotely? N Relocation? N Position Type Management JOB SUMMARY Communicates service needs to chefs and stewards throughout functions. Totals charges for group functions, and prepares and presents checks to group contacts for payment. Verifies banquet rooms, restaurants, and coffee breaks are ready for service. Verifies proper centerpieces are displayed on every table. Inspects the cleanliness and presentation of all china, glass, and silver prior to use. Checks in with guests to verify satisfaction. Sets tables according to type of event and service standards. Communicates additional meal requirements, allergies, dietary needs, and special requests to the kitchen. Maintains cleanliness of work areas throughout the day. Supports compliance with brand standards and legal obligations. Supports and leads shift teams to provide consistent, high quality service. Coordinates and leads daily stand-up meetings, pre-shift meetings and pre and post-meal briefings. Communicates performance expectations and trains staff in processes. Assists more senior managers in completion of financial and administrative duties. Strives to continually improve guest/event and employee satisfaction and maximize financial performance. CANDIDATE PROFILE Education and Experience • High school diploma or GED or 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in food and beverage, culinary, guest services, front desk, housekeeping, or related professional area. OR • If no standard educational background, at least 3 years of experience in two of the following areas of hospitality to include food and beverage, culinary, guest services, front desk, housekeeping, or related professional area. Preferred • Experience running a shift, scheduling, Performance Manage PAF's, Problem Solving, Running Day-to-Day Operation, Hospitality Skills. CORE WORK ACTIVITIES Management of Event Operations associated with Banquets, Event Services • Verifies meeting and event rooms/space are set according to event documentation (Banquet Event Orders, resumes, etc.) and customer requirements. • Leads shifts and actively participates in the servicing of events. • Adheres to and reinforces all standards, policies, and procedures (Core Deliverables, SOPs, LSOPs, etc.). • Assists in maintaining the inventory of function room amenities (e.g., pads, pens, candy, water service) and other controllable supplies. • Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings (e.g., Daily Stand Up, BEO, Staff, Forecast, Department and Intradepartmental). • Attends pre-event/pre-convention meetings as needed to understand group needs. • Communicates critical information to the Banquet, Event Services and Event Technology teams. • Conducts room function inspections prior to each event to ensure the room is set according to specifications. • Delegates tasks to ensure room sets are