Banquet Director at Liberty Hill

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Union League of Philadelphia, Liberty Hill

Banquets Director
- Liberty Hill

Director of Food and Beverage

Banquet managers, banquet captain, banquet servers & bartenders & coffee break attendants. Position also shares supervisory responsibility of banquet beverage supervisor with Beverage Manager.

The Banquet Director is responsible for delivering exceptional food and beverage service to members and guests, ensuring high levels of satisfaction. This role coordinates closely with other departments to ensure the seamless execution of banquets, private, and member functions. The director leads by example and actively engages both team and League members. Additionally, this role supervises, trains, and develops the banquet team, ensuring adherence to Union League service standards while maintaining a high level of service quality.

This candidate will also be in a unique position to affect positive changes during construction of a new high-end main ballroom and pre-function spaces.

• Determining staffing needs of the department
• Interview candidates for open positions and onboard individuals upon hiring
• Write and conduct 90 day and annual reviews for banquet leadership with DoF & B
• Write and conduct 90 day and annual reviews for all line-level staff with banquet leadership
• Constant training and development of all positions within the department, most specifically the banquet leadership team
• Coach, counsel, and document staff when required with collaboration of banquet leadership and human resources
• Weekly scheduling for servers, beverage staff, housemen, and coffee break attendants
• Constant upkeep of staff assignments, availability and information
• Ensure changes are acknowledged and accommodated then reflected in staffing, set-up, and service needs
• Continuously work to elevate our product and service standards to maintain our #1 City Club status
• Ability to cover floor shifts, execute events and take lead on major VIP/holiday events
• The ability to be visible in the operation, provide recognition, and handle complaints, concerns or special requests from members, clients, and group contacts
• Communicate directly with group contacts, event managers, culinary leaders and banquet team to ensure that all details of the function are carried out, ensure quality and timeliness of all food and beverage items
• The ability to work closely with property leadership to design an effective menu while ensuring excellent product and service quality
• Attend regular operational meetings to ensure effective coordination and cooperation between departments
• Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory

• Proven leadership and team development abilities; capable of inspiring excellence across multiple service areas and event types
• Exceptional organizational, logistical, and multitasking skills to manage events and operations simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to foster collaboration among departments
• Keen attention to detail and commitment to upholding the highest service and presentation standards
• Working knowledge of banquet operations, event logistics, and property-wide coordination
• Proficiency in scheduling, payroll management, and administrative systems
• Thorough understanding of safety, sanitation, and alcohol service compliance

• 5 years of banquet & events leadership experience
• Experience being the operational lead for large life events such as weddings and mitzvas
• Resort, private club, or luxury hospitality experience strongly preferred
• Ability to communicate and work cross-functionally within the League as well as members, vendors, and clients
• Ability to build partnerships and relationships with leaders of all League departments
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows/PC. Ability to learn computer programs such as Outlook 365, Jonas, and ADP
• Bending and lifting required as well as the ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Must have open availability for all meal periods including nights, weekends and holidays/flexible work schedule
• Liberty Hill has several mandatory workdays for banquet staff. 2026 dates listed below
• Easter - Sunday, April 5th - All Staff
• Spring Ball - Saturday, April 11th - All Staff
• Mother’s Day - Sunday, May 10th - All Staff
• Independence Day Celebration - Wednesday, July 1st - All Staff
• Thanksgiving - Thursday, November 26th - All Staff
• Santa & Grinch Brunch - Sunday, December 20th - All Staff

Salary is open and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The club offers an excellent bonus and benefits package, including association membership.

• Employee meals
• Energetic, multi-faceted, team-oriented work atmosphere
• Exposure to a national market
• Opportunities of promotion from within
• 401k retirement plan with employer match of up to 6% once required hours are met (for full-time and…