BANQUET & EVENT COORDINATOR

Job Details: Job Location: 340 HWY 68 - SAN JUAN PUEBLO, NM, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Any, SUMMARY:The Banquet & Event Coordinator works closely with the Convention and Event Sales Manager with the coordination of event spaces, meeting rooms for hotel and convention.ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, and TASKS include the following and are to be performed within the company’s policies and procedures.  Additional duties may be assigned. Team collaboration: Work closely with the culinary and operations teams to ensure proper setup, menu execution, and service delivery. Communicate pertinent BEO information with guests, staff and departments involved to ensure a successful event. Cross-department Handoff: Coordinate event details with catering, audio-visual, and operations teams for a smooth transition. Assist with managing on-site production and clean-up for events, as necessary. Observe guests and respond to any additional requests. Responsible for knowing all events on property. Responsible for maintaining inventory, storage areas, and preparation of inventory reports, preparation of proposals for significant expenditures such as new theme parties, equipment. Oversees set standards for the banquet department and ensure staff are adhering to set standards. Maintaining compliance with all Federal, State, and local gaming regulations in addition to the delivering of exceptional guest service to all internal and external guests. Maintain confidentiality of guest and member information and pertinent casino data. Always maintain good personal hygiene and a professional appearance. Compliance with punctuality and attendance policies required. Work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. Ability to successfully interact with all levels of team members and management.Ability to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS:  To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Must be 21 years of age. Education: Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, marketing, business, or a related field preferred. 3 to 5 years of direct sales or hospitality experience, ideally in hotel or venue sales. Certificates/Licenses in Alcohol Awareness Training, Food Safet and Sanitation Must be able to obtain and maintain the required OOGC License. Must be a US citizen or provide documentation to work in the US.SKILLS: Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Knowledge and implementation of customer service principles, techniques, systems, and standards. Knowledge and understanding of commercial operating principles, practices, and procedures within area of business specialty. Excellent oral and written communications skills. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Ability to motivate staff through a teamwork approach. Proven leadership skills that include delegating as needed.EQUIPMENT: Office Equipment: Computers, printers, scanners, telephones, and other standard office equipment used for planning and scheduling. Banquet and Event equipment: Computers, chairs, podiums, liens, staging materials, microphones, projectors, presentation screens and other event setup equipment Other equipment as assignedPHYSICAL DEMANDS  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will be required to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time, may occasionally be required to stoop, kneel, stretch, bend, and lift, up to 25 pounds.  May be required to lift over 25 pounds on occasion. WORK ENVIRONMENT  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  This is an environmentally controlled environment.