Permanent Employment
Kwahu- Eastern Region
Posted 6 months ago

Position Overview:
Rockcity Hotel, a prestigious hospitality establishment in Ghana, is seeking a dedicated and
experienced Conference and Banquet Guest Experience Manager to join our team. The ideal
candidate will oversee all aspects of conference and banquet services, ensuring exceptional guest
experiences and seamless event execution. This role requires strong leadership skills, impeccable
attention to detail, and a passion for delivering unparalleled service in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, coordinate, and execute conferences, banquets, meetings, and special events according to
    guest requirements and hotel standards.
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their event needs, including room setup, catering
    preferences, audiovisual equipment, and other logistical requirements.
  • Create detailed event proposals, contracts, and banquet event orders (BEOs), ensuring accuracy
    and timely communication with all stakeholders.
  • Ensure that all guests receive prompt, courteous, and personalized service throughout their event
    experience.
  • Supervise banquet and conference staff to maintain high service standards, including proper
    grooming, uniform adherence, and adherence to service protocols.
  • Address guest concerns or special requests promptly and effectively, striving to exceed
    expectations and resolve issues to the guest’s satisfaction.
  • Recruit, train, and motivate banquet and conference staff, providing ongoing coaching and
    feedback to foster professional development and ensure a cohesive team environment.
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations and set performance goals to optimize team
    productivity and service quality.
  • Lead by example, demonstrating a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and commitment to
    excellence in guest service.
  • Monitor and manage banquet and conference budgets, including labor costs, inventory control,
    and procurement of supplies and equipment.
  • Implement efficient workflow processes to maximize productivity and minimize waste, ensuring
    smooth operations and timely delivery of services.
  • Maintain accurate records of event bookings, billing, and other administrative tasks using hotel
    management software systems.
  • Conduct regular inspections of banquet and conference facilities, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and
    adherence to health and sanitation standards.
  • Implement quality assurance measures to consistently deliver high-quality food and beverage
    service, event setups, and audiovisual support.
  • Proactively identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions to enhance the
    overall guest experience.
    Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of nine (9) years of experience in conference and banquet operations, with at least 2
    years in a supervisory or managerial role.
  • Strong knowledge of banquet and event planning principles, including room setup configurations,
    food and beverage service standards, and audiovisual equipment.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively
    interact with diverse groups of clients, guests, and team members.
  • Proficiency in hotel management software systems (e.g., Opera, Micros) and Microsoft Office
    applications.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, solve problems, and make decisions under pressure
    while maintaining a positive attitude and attention to detail.
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to accommodate event schedules
    and ensure guest satisfaction
  • Recruit, train, and motivate banquet and conference staff, providing ongoing coaching and
  • feedback to foster professional development and ensure a cohesive team environment.
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations and set performance goals to optimize team
    productivity and service quality.
  • Lead by example, demonstrating a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and commitment to
    excellence in guest service.
  • Monitor and manage banquet and conference budgets, including labor costs, inventory control,
    and procurement of supplies and equipment.
  • Implement efficient workflow processes to maximize productivity and minimize waste, ensuring
    smooth operations and timely delivery of services.
  • Maintain accurate records of event bookings, billing, and other administrative tasks using hotel
    management software systems.
  • Conduct regular inspections of banquet and conference facilities, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and
    adherence to health and sanitation standards.
  • Implement quality assurance measures to consistently deliver high-quality food and beverage
    service, event setups, and audiovisual support.
  • Proactively identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions to enhance the
    overall guest experience

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of nine (9) years of experience in conference and banquet operations, with at least 2
    years in a supervisory or managerial role.
  • Strong knowledge of banquet and event planning principles, including room setup configurations,
    food and beverage service standards, and audiovisual equipment.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively
    interact with diverse groups of clients, guests, and team members.
  • Proficiency in hotel management software systems (e.g., Opera, Micros) and Microsoft Office
    applications.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, solve problems, and make decisions under pressure
    while maintaining a positive attitude and attention to detail.
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to accommodate event schedules
    and ensure guest satisfaction.

How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their relevant
experience and qualifications to: Jobs@rockcityhotelgh.com
Application deadline: 13th May, 2024

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