Banquet Manager

The Banquet Manager at the Lewes Yacht Club is the go-to person for making every event a hit!

Whether it's a wedding, party, or banquet, you'll work closely with our members to plan a fantastic event, lead a dynamic team, and ensure every detail from setup to breakdown runs smoothly. This role is all about creativity, problem-solving, and delivering unforgettable experiences. If you’re an organized & fun leader with a passion for event planning, this is the perfect role for you!

Responsibilities:

• Work all events, and ensure supervision and quality of service for all event functions.
• Create Banquet Event Orders and coordinate with the Executive Chef to ensure that clients’ specifications are met
• Meet with Club members & guests, book events according to the LYC Event Planning Guide, and coordinate the event calendar for the Club.
• Coordination of food and beverage delivery for events at the Club.
• Coordinate with other departments (accounting, kitchen, dining room) to ensure successful events.

The Ideal Candidate will have:

• 1-2 years of experience as an Event Coordinator in private club.
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a staff member in banquets/events.
• A highly organized skillset and ability to create and effectively communicate BEOs.
• A commitment to providing exceptional service to every guest
• The ability to work well with people with a dynamic and engaging leadership presence
• A strong work ethic and a desire to learn
• A thorough knowledge of event operations
• Stable job history that shows progressively increasing responsibilities

About Us:

Lewes Yacht Club is a private club for members only in Lewes, DE. Established in 1932, we provide dining services, recreation, and social events to the membership with a strong emphasis on engagement and hospitality.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $55,000