Banquet Manager

Company: Brookfield Conference Center
Location: Brookfield
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Join our team, a 2025 USA Today Top Workplace Winner! Now hiring a Banquet Manager at the Brookfield Conference Center . Why Youll Love Working with Us The Brookfield Conference Center is managed by NCG Hospitality, an award winning, family-owned third generation business and leader in the ownership, development, and operations of over 30 premier hospitality properties. We foster genuine customer engagement and a positive, team-oriented work culture where your contributions are valued and celebrated. We invest in you and your career development, providing tools, resources, and mentorship to help you succeed. How Youll Make An Impact Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of banquet events to ensure exceptional service, cost efficiency, and client satisfaction. Financial Management Adhere to budget guidelines for food and beverage sales, as well as labor costs Maximize profitability by effectively controlling expenses and maintaining high service quality Banquet Operations Supervise and coordinate the daily operations of meeting and banquet set-ups and service Follow proper purchasing and requisitioning procedures to ensure cost control and inventory accuracy Monitor the quality of banquet food, beverage service, and plate presentation to meet brand standards Event Execution & Coordination Collaborate with the Chef and Banquet Captains to ensure all event details and arrangements are executed as contracted Inspect meeting rooms prior to guest arrival to confirm that all client specifications and setup requirements have been met Qualifications Three years of food & beverage experience Three years of supervisory experience Strong interpersonal and communication skills Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Effective problem-solving skills Ability to handle pressure with poise and finesse Strong leadership and a professional image What Will You Get At NCG Hospitality? We take great pride in the inclusive environment weve created attributing to our award-winning status, all while staying true to our core values of Growth, Fun, Trust, and Responsibility. An experience in which team members at every level are fully engaged and can see the relationship between their job responsibilities and the overall success of the Brookfield Conference Center. Career Development Personalized career pathing and skill development Leadership and mentorship programs Educational and certification reimbursement Team Member Perks Worldwide hotel discounts and free stays at NCG Hospitality managed hotels Catch of the Day earn bonuses for going above and beyond to support team and guests Everyone Sells earn cash for bringing in business to our properties Paid Volunteer hours Earn money for community service Health & Wellness Benefits Medical, dental, and vision plans Paid sick time and Paid Time Off Virtual telehealth access and employee assistance resources Monthly health and fitness reimbursement programs Financial Support Same-day pay options Referral bonus earn cash for bringing great team members 401(k) retirement plan with 100% match on the first 3% and 50% match on the next 2% Health Savings Account Ready To Grow With Us? Visit ncghospitality.com to explore all current openings and view this short video on Who Is NCG Hospitality. NCG Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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