How to hire an assistant banquet manager

How to hire an assistant banquet manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step assistant banquet manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an assistant banquet manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant banquet manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your assistant banquet manager job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find an assistant banquet manager for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   An assistant banquet manager's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, assistant banquet managers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents assistant banquet manager salaries for various positions.

   Type of Assistant Banquet Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Assistant Banquet Manager	Food service managers are responsible for the daily operation of restaurants and other establishments that prepare and serve food and beverages. They direct staff to ensure that customers are satisfied with their dining experience, and they manage the business to ensure that it is profitable.	$18-35
   Food Manager	A food manager oversees the operations at various dining establishments, ensuring efficient food services and client satisfaction. Their responsibilities typically include managing the staff, setting schedules and guidelines, establishing objectives and budgets, liaising with vendors and suppliers, delegating tasks, and developing strategies to optimize overall operations... Show more	$11-27
   Manager	Managers are responsible for a specific department, function, or employee group. They oversee their assigned departments and all the employees under the department... Show more	$17-44

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Wine
   • Customer Service
   • Guest Satisfaction
   • Customer Satisfaction
   • Guest Service
   • Cleanliness
   • Beverage Service
   • Quality Service
   • Banquet Functions
   • Food Service
   • Culinary
   • Banquet Operations
   • BEOs
   • Banquet Event Orders

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage daily FOH staff line-up, covering necessary instruction and education concerning fine-dining service and beverage, menu and company knowledge.
   • Maintain the cleanliness of all dining rooms, break rooms, store rooms, and equipment maintenance.
   • Charge with sales and planning for all events, including weddings, wine dinners, banquets, and private parties.
   • Develop and facilitate training for banquet and culinary staff.
   • Ensure cleanliness of designate areas including; restrooms, banquet/meeting/conference rooms.
   • Manage daily FOH staff line-up, covering necessary instruction and education concerning fine-dining service and beverage, menu and company knowledge.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your assistant banquet manager job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An assistant banquet manager can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, assistant banquet managers' average salary in kansas is 44% less than in hawaii.
   • Seniority. Entry-level assistant banquet managers 47% less than senior-level assistant banquet managers.
   • Certifications. An assistant banquet manager with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an assistant banquet manager's salary.

   Average assistant banquet manager salary

   $53,711yearly

   $25.82 hourly rate

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   Entry-level assistant banquet manager salary

   $39,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 20, 2026

4. Writing an assistant banquet manager job description

   A job description for an assistant banquet manager role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's an assistant banquet manager job description:

   Assistant banquet manager job description example

   The Assistant Banquet Production Manager (The "ABPM") at 1440 Multiversity will be responsible for assisting the Banquet Production Manager (The "BPM") in ensuring that all guests receive an aesthetically pleasing event environment supplemented by "deep hospitality" - an authentic service philosophy centered around a like-hearted desire to genuinely care for others in a thoughtful way. This position will champion friendly service, embrace the unique learning environment surrounded by nature and lead teams that will attentively execute all event details, fulfill banquet event orders, ensure accurate billing, and reach customer satisfaction goal metrics.
   
   Key to this position will be strong leadership skills, experience in banquet operations, and human resource skills that support a strong work culture for staff selection, coaching and training of full time, part time and on-call staff as business demands dictate. The position will be hands on, heavily involved in the day-to-day operations and assist the Banquet Production Manager in the areas of scheduling, labor forecasting and analysis, expense forecasting, and the ability to motivate teams and deliver exceptional event and dining experiences.
   
   The ABPM will share responsibilities for the maintenance and par levels of all equipment and product sets, maintaining plentiful food and beverage offerings, conducting daily pre-shift meetings, manage staff certification compliance requirements, establishing proper staffing levels to provide attentive service, executing flawless events, and working collaboratively with all operating departments to ensure expectations of all stakeholders are exceeded.
   
   The ABPM will assist the BPM with the daily oversight of the Kitchen Table Front of House operations including scheduling, payroll, par levels, side work etc. and work closely with the Food & Beverage upper leadership in forecasting as well as labor and expense control.
   
   In addition, the ABPM will have hands-on contact with event program owners and attendees to ensure that communication of needs can be met throughout the organization in a proactive and timely manner. Preparing event sets according to banquet event orders (BEOs), program briefs and site visit forms. Communicate changes in attendance figures, ensure tracking of consumption, procurement and requisitioning of desired products, and accuracy of billing for all assigned events.
   
   Ensure all arrangements and details are consistent with 1440 mission achievement and operational SOPs. Maintain productive and trusted relationships with all leadership positions by anticipating and communicating program and event needs well in advance of event dates.
   Accountabilities Assist BPM with oversight of Kitchen Table Front of House operations. Coordinate with the BPM, Director of Event Services/Event Manager and the Executive Chef to facilitate flawless execution of all private events. Prepare & organize coffee breaks, carts, tables, and action stations with appropriate supplies for service and maintain cleanliness for the duration of service. Responsible for ensuring all daylong coffee break services, evening beer and wine bars, all private receptions, dinners, and culinary events are properly set, staffed, maintained, and executed. Manage the presentation of tableware so that it is accessible for the guests. Inspect food and beverage to ensure quality product standards are maintained and replenish as needed. Manage a multi-faceted team of Private Event Servers, Production Associates and Dining Attendants. Facilitate uniquely creative campus-wide food and beverage offerings, educational classes and events. Ensures that all communication and work conform to 1440 mission philosophies and initiatives. Proactively manages all assigned events and programs to ensure smooth operational execution. Coordinate all logistical requirements for all meetings and events, communicating directly with the Director of Event Services and the group contact to ensure that all details are carried out according to the banquet event order "BEO". Assist with the physical set-up of event functions as necessary. Ensure that 1440 standards for the guest's sensorial experience are followed. Where pertinent, music is on at the correct station and volume, firepits are on at the correct time. Be present during guest service times to ensure all arrangements meet 1440 standards and specifications. Verify all assigned event and program space is accessible, clean, comfortable, and secure for guest use. Accommodate faculty requests and needs to establish closer trusted working relationships. Upon conclusion of events/programs, review final billing and ensure guest satisfaction. Provides campus orientation to guests that may have needs. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Food & Beverage to meet business and mission objectives. Essential skills and experience Ideal candidate will be detail orientated with a passion for serving others. College degree preferred, specializing in restaurant management or equivalent experience. Two to Three years of experience as a banquet captain or supervisor in other Food & Beverage outlets. Willing to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to frequent changes. Ability to use required computer programs and other technology as needed. Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills. Ability to read and execute details from banquet event orders, diagrams, and resumes for assigned events and programs. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Effective conflict and change management skills. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties This position is campus-based and will require some local travel. Any need business-related travel is at the discretion of senior leadership and must be approved by the Managing Director prior to booking travel. Evenings, Weekends, and Holiday work will be required as determined by organizational needs, as well as when requested by the Managing Director. AAP/EEO statement 1440 Multiversity provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, 1440 Multiversity complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 1440 Multiversity expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of 1440 Multiversity's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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5. Post your job

   To find assistant banquet managers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any assistant banquet managers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level assistant banquet managers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

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   • Post your assistant banquet manager job on Zippia to find and recruit assistant banquet manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit assistant banquet managers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant banquet manager

   Once you've selected the best assistant banquet manager candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new assistant banquet manager first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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