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WHO WE ARE With 50 years of restaurant showmanship, The Sawmill Restaurant Group is Albertas Steakhouse. We provide a safe and enjoyable atmosphere based on our 5 CORE Values, Stewardship, Teamwork, Excellence, Appreciation and Knowledge which build an acronym we call our S.T.E.A.K values. BANQUET, EVENT & RESTAURANT MANAGER The Sawmill Restaurant Group''s Banquet, Event & Restaurant Manager plays an integral part in ensuring our guests receive flawless, proactive and engaged services thus producing memorable experiences in relation to our brand and the Food and Beverage industry The Banquet, Event & Restaurant Manager is the ambassador for all activations and functions. You will efficiently deliver and execute exceptional experiences in all you do within this distinctive food and beverage facility that features a 250-seat lounge & patio, 150-seat dining room, 100-seat banquet room, a corporate boardroom and 4 private banquet & event room areas. Under guidance of the General Manager the Banquet & Event Manager is responsible for all aspects of banquet & events. Sales & revenue generation Meeting or exceeding sales and revenue targets Crafting & negotiating contracts Collaborating with clients to secure event bookings Manage and actively execute internal banquet & catering events Develop & maintain strong client relationships with existing and new guests The Restaurant Manager is responsible for assisting the General Manager with the daily operation of food and beverage restaurant service including: Operational management and day-to-day operations with a robust communication focus Financial management including all cost controls Team management including recruiting, training, retaining and leading team members Customer and team member service and satisfaction BANQUET & EVENT MANAGER POSITION REQUIREMENTS Minimum 2 years of event, conference and group sales experience Diploma/Degree in Hospitality or Event management (preferred) Minimum 2 years of restaurant operations experience Strong social network within the Edmonton and Alberta region Extensive knowledge of OH&S, WCB, Alberta Human Rights, Alberta Employment Standards, AHS and AGLC Ability to multi-task and prioritize to successfully manage events Expectation to respond to client and supplier inquiries within 24 business hours Healthy and interactive personality with a passion for people, communication & guest service Confident in speaking in public groups and with guests BANQUET & EVENT MANAGER RELATED RESPONSIBILITIES Maintains the highest level of professionalism, courtesy and respect towards all team members, vendor partners and guests Is resourceful and continues to learn within the Food and Beverage industry Possesses an entrepreneurial appreciation for business and its requirement for consistent marketplace positioning and growth Effectively assesses, assists to recruit, motivate and develop all banquet & event team members Responsible for ensuring the banquet & event team are being efficiently lead, directed, trained and coordinated pertaining to all event activities Ability to prioritize, multi-task and be highly organized with a keen attention to detail Ability to remain positive physically and mentally under pressure Ability to attract, grow and maintain a positive and capable banquet & event team Ability to identify, motivate, lead and work effectively with customers and team members needs Maintain the highest level of professionalism, courtesy and respect to all individuals and personnel Promote and maintain an enthusiastic and motivated work ethic and attitude Flexible working days that include weekends and holiday hours BANQUET & EVENT MANAGER RELATED RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED Builds a knowledgeable, professional, creative and flexible team of hospitality professionals through continued communication and focused direction Creates an environment and culture whereby training is recognized as an employee benefit and method of improving employee morale and enhancing employee skills Safeguards and maintains compliance with all Provincial and National Food & Safety Regulations and boards of government including Alberta Employment Standards, WHIMIS, WCB, OH&S and AHS Demonstrates positive and effective communication, leadership skills (oral and written) and computer related skills Present and participates in weekly management meetings contributing to agenda topics of information, concern or praise and update of weekly banquet & event team goals and general information. Maintains and submits accurate and correct administrative reports at all levels Perform with willingness any other related duties or special projects as required or directed by the senior leadership team Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $65,000.00-$75,000.00 per year Additional pay: Bonus pay Benefits: Dental care Discounted or free food Extended health care Flexible schedule On-site parking Paid time off Store discount Schedule: Evening shift Morning shift Weekends only Language: English (preferred) Work Location: In person