Banquets / Event Manager in Training - Villa Banquets

Position Summary

Kiawah Island is seeking a high-potential banquet leader to enter a structured Manager in Training track within our Banquet Department. This role is designed to prepare the next operational manager by providing hands-on leadership experience across all phases of the event lifecycle — from event planning and BEO development to floor leadership, labor oversight, service charge management, and post-event financial review.

This is a working leadership role. The selected candidate will actively lead events while developing the planning and financial skills required for long-term advancement within the department. Pay Rate: The rate of pay listed on job boards are auto-generated numbers. Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s actual rate of pay will be determined during the hiring process.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education – High school graduate, some college preferred.
• Minimum Age – 18 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages to guests.
• Minimum Experience – Banquet serving experience required. Past Banquet Captain & Supervisory experience preferred. Any previous culinary training also preferred.
• Must work both independently and in a team environment.
• Good to excellent communication skills in English both verbal and written.
• Certification of alcohol awareness program, training in food, wine & liquor service preferred. Expectations & Responsibilities: Lead assigned events as acting Banquet Captain Conduct pre-shift meetings and manage service standards Direct room sets, resets, and breakdowns Coordinate in real time with Culinary, Sales, and AV teams Ensure timing, flow, and guest satisfaction Assist with staffing plans and labor controls Monitor service charge allocations and payroll accuracy Support multi-room programs and large-scale buyouts Coach banquet staff and reinforce standards Review contracts and operational requirements Assist in drafting and revising BEOs Participate in planning meetings with Sales and clients Confirm guarantees and final details Support billing reconciliation and event close-out All other duties as assigned. You will gain working proficiency in: Event management software (BEO creation & revisions) POS and reporting systems Labor management tools Service charge distribution tracking Post-event financial analysis Advancement to Banquet Manager is based on demonstrated operational leadership, financial understanding, and system proficiency. Essential Physical Requirements:
• Capable of working consecutive hours without sitting down.
• Must be able to work on site due to daily needs of the job requirements.
• Must be able to stand for the entirety of shift, while reaching, bending and stooping.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds / trays / ovals across short-medium distance.
• Must be able to properly and effectively communicate with guests and teammates, in person and via phone. Perks & Benefits:
• Exclusive Discounts offered at the Hotel & Villas, 5 Golf Courses, Spa, Restaurants, Recreation and Retail Shops
• Employee Meal Program
• Employee Trainings and Appreciation Events throughout the year
• Recognition Awards and Incentive Events, Peer to Peer Recognition
• Leadership & Career Development
• Bi-annual Wellness Fair
• Free Parking!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and Vacation Pay - available for Full Time employees after 60days of employment.
• 401k – available after 30 days of employment Our Story: Kiawah Island Golf Resort is a destination for luxury golf and beach vacations near Charleston, South Carolina. We offer Five-Star accommodations, world-class resort amenities, award-winning recreational activities, and some of the most respected golf courses in the nation. The resort concentrates on hiring the best individuals. Each of our talented and skilled employees strive for our mission to be recognized as the best golf and tennis resort on the East Coast. We are committed to providing employees with caring, gracious service in the traditions of genuine southern hospitality. Join the BEST, APPLY NOW and Work in Paradise! The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or efforts associated with this position. All offers of employment at Kiawah Island Golf Resort are contingent upon the results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. Kiawah Island Golf Resort is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or due to pregnancy. We truly appreciate your interest in Kiawah Island Golf Resort. If you have any questions regarding employment at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, please reach out to Jobs@Kiawah. Resort.com.