Banquet Manager- Hilton New Orleans Riverside

Hilton New Orleans Riverside is home to the renowned Drago's Seafood Restaurant, a celebrated New Orleans dining destination famous for its signature Charbroiled Oysters and exceptional Gulf Coast cuisine. Located along the Mississippi River in the heart of downtown, the hotel offers restaurant leaders the opportunity to lead high-volume operations, inspire talented teams, and deliver outstanding dining experiences in one of the city's most iconic hospitality destinations.

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a Banquet Manager , you’re not just leading the daily execution of all banquet functions – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Here's what you'll do during a typical day: Delight our guests: Bring an upbeat and friendly attitude to all guest interactions and proactively look for ways to make their experience special Manage banquet operations: Plan, organize, and execute various banquet events such as breakfasts, coffee breaks, luncheons, dinners, cocktail receptions, and galas Ensure a flawless event setup: Oversee the setup of function rooms, ensuring linens, silverware, glassware, and chinaware are arranged according to event specifications and quality standards Collaborate for success: Communicate event specifications, procedures, and updates to relevant teams in Food and Beverage, Event Services, Property Operations, Audio Visual, and Housekeeping Oversee event breakdown: Ensure function rooms are properly broken down and all equipment is stored correctly for the next event Inspire and develop the team: Supervise and support team members, monitor performance, provide coaching, and foster a positive and productive work environment Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing What It Takes to Make the Stay At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member: A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality .

Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership . A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now , bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.