Banquet Coordinator
2 months ago
Makkah, Makkah Province, Saudi Arabia
Accor
Full time
Accor is a pioneer in responsible hospitality, with over 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. As a Heartist, you will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfill yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world. You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment. Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet.**Key Responsibilities:**
* Embody Fairmont philosophy, standards of service and operating procedures.
* Have complete knowledge of all menu items and services provided.
* Be aware of and apply the procedures concerning hotel fire and life safety/emergency procedures.
* Possess excellent knowledge of the menus as well as the preparations and presentations.
* Handle minor complaints and report them to the Manager or Assistant for proper action.
* Check staff punctuality, grooming and performance.
* Maintain consistency in quality of food, beverage and service.
* Enforce check control procedures for every bill presented to the guest.
* Ensure that staff applies the necessary precautions regarding hotel food safety and hygiene standards.
* Check set up/mise-en-place prior to start of operations.
* Ensure co-operation and smooth communication between staff and other departments.
* Ensure the smooth and efficient operation.
* Liaise with kitchen crew on daily operation.
* Keep all breakage to a minimum and maintain exact reports on it.
* Update the logbook daily.
* Submit guest/staff incident reports when required.
* Attend F&B briefing/meeting during the absence of the Assistant Manager.
* Assist in any other tasks as specified by superior.
* Join the monthly variance and report cost.
* Follow up stock situation and make necessary transfers.
* Provide amenity numbers daily from the system.
* Take care of wastage beverages and document them properly.
* Carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned by management team.
* Supervise and oversee the operation and administration of the outlet.
* Assign responsibilities to subordinates.
* Supervise, oversee and assist subordinates during busy meal periods.
* Ensure that all staff report for duty on time, wearing complete uniform.
* Assist in the building of an efficient team of employees by taking an active interest in their welfare, safety and development.
**Qualifications:**
* University degree in Food & Beverage or Hospitality Management.
* Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar position.
* Motivator and self-starter.
* Displays initiative.
* Commitment to professional values.
* Team leader/builder.
* Neat appearance.
* Physically fit.
* Good posture.
**Additional Information:**
Visa Requirements: Candidate selection will be based on visa availability at Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel. We will assist successful applicants with the visa process and provide flights and accommodation.
Living & Working at Fairmont Makkah: Satisfying our Guests is important to us, and we extend these values to our colleagues as well. We offer competitive salaries, top market service charge, gratuities, quality medical benefits and furnished accommodation. It is important to note that there are currently no income taxes in Saudi Arabia Makkah Clock Royal Tower-A Fairmont Hotel offers you an unparalleled opportunity to provide top-tier hospitality and spiritual service to visitors of the holiest city in the world for Muslims. To find out more, please visit the following sites: Saudi Tourism Saudi Government Ahlan Wa Sahlan, Welcome to Makkah. APPLY TODAY: Whether you're launching your career or seeking meaningful employment, we invite you to visit to learn more about Fairmont Hotels & Resorts—and the extraordinary opportunities that exist About Fairmont Hotels & Resorts At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations. And we know that, to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best. That's why you'll find exceptional work opportunities—throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific—as well as industry-leading training, career development, recognition and rewards. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotels that includes landmark locations like London's The Savoy, New York's The Plaza, and Shanghai's Fairmont Peace Hotel. Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment; we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleagues with fairness and dignity. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award-winning Green Partnership program. An exciting future awaits #J-18808-Ljbffr