Description

Summary

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences.

Join our amazing team at Hyatt Regency Morristown which is situated in the heart of downtown Morristown's historical district near George Washington's Headquarters, The Morris Museum, and Fosterfields Living Historical Farm. Our newly renovated hotel features 256 guestrooms including 50 spacious studio suites. With more than 31,000 square feet of revitalized meeting and banquet space, the hotel provides premier meeting experience in the Tri-State area.

What are additional benefits working at Hyatt Regency Morristown

• Complimentary hotel nights and discounts at Hyatt properties around the world
• Tuition Reimbursement, 401K with company match, Employee Stock Purchasing Plan
• Free parking/ free meals
• Paid Family Bonding Time & Adoption Assistance
• Paid Vacation, Sick days, New Child Leave, Holidays

The Food & Beverage (F&B) Manager - Banquets is responsible for overseeing all banquet food and beverage operations to ensure exceptional guest experiences, efficient service, and profitability. This role manages banquet staff, scheduling, payroll, inventory control, and event execution while maintaining high hospitality and service standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of banquet and catering events, including setup, service, and breakdown
• Coordinate with culinary, sales, and event teams to ensure successful event execution
• Ensure all banquet functions meet company standards for quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction
• Monitor event flow and resolve operational or guest issues promptly and professionally
• Create and manage weekly banquet staff schedules based on event volume and business needs
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels while controlling labor costs
• Approve timecards and manage payroll processing for banquet team members
• Recruit, train, coach, and evaluate banquet staff performance
• Review and verify employee hours for payroll accuracy
• Manage payroll records, gratuities, and service charge distributions
• Ensure payroll deadlines are met and discrepancies are resolved promptly
• Manage inventory levels for banquet food, beverages, linens, equipment, and supplies
• Conduct regular inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies
• Order banquet supplies and coordinate with vendors as needed
• Monitor food and beverage costs to minimize waste and maximize profitability
• Ensure proper storage and handling procedures are followed
• Serve as the primary contact during banquet events to ensure client satisfaction
• Build strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal departments
• Address guest concerns and implement service recovery when needed
• Maintain high standards of professionalism and hospitality at all times
• Assist in developing banquet budgets and forecasts
• Track banquet revenues, labor costs, and operational expenses
• Prepare operational reports and analyze banquet performance metrics
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards

The salary range for this position is $69,000- $80,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, Business, or related field preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years of food & beverage management experience, preferably in banquet operations
• Strong knowledge of banquet service standards and event management
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Requires standing and walking for extended periods