Marriott Knoxville Downtown - Banquets Assistant Manager OEM in Knoxville, Tennessee at Aimbridge Hospitality

Marriott Knoxville Downtown - Banquets Assistant Manager OEM

Join our team as a Banquets Assistant Manager!

As Banquets Assistant Manager, youre the behind-the-scenes maestro making every event sparkle! You keep the banquet department humming, balancing costs like a pro and delivering VIP-level guest service. From setting the stage to orchestrating service and cleanup, youve got it covered. Plus, you team up with the Banquets Manager to recruit, train, motivate, and cheer on your awesome banquet crew. Every event is a hit with you in charge!

This position is an overtime eligible manager (OEM), overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly.

KEY SKILLS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Guest Greeting Guru: Approach every guest and teammate with a friendly, service-first attitude, making each encounter memorable and uplifting. Your warm welcome sets the perfect tone for unforgettable events!
• Attendance All-Star: Show up reliably and ready to shine, meeting Aimbridge Hospitalitys standardsno matter the schedule. Youre there when the hotel needs you most, weekdays, weekends, or holidays!
• Style & Safety Standout: Keep personal appearance and grooming on point, always donning your uniform and name tag with pride. Plus, maintain required certifications like Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR, and First Aid so youre prepared for anything!
• Hotel Harmony Hero: Adhere to Aimbridge policies and regulations to keep hotel operations smooth, safe, and efficient. Youre the detail-oriented dynamo making sure everythings just right!
• Banquet Superpower Specialist: Prepare schedules and payroll, coordinate food and beverage needs, support setup and breakdown, train staff, keep accurate counts for plating, attend meetings, handle lost-and-found, maintain inventory, and moreyour multitasking magic keeps every banquet a success!

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent with at least 2 years of hotel or related experience, plus supervisory background.
• Strong communication skills and ability to convey ideas clearly under pressure.
• Proficient in Windows operating systems and comfortable with financial data and basic math.
• Quick decision-maker who can evaluate options and solve problems efficiently in stressful situations.
• Effective listener who understands and responds to concerns from team members and guests.

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

PROPERTY INFORMATION:

With an ideal location adjacent to the Convention Center, Marriott Knoxville Downtown is the perfect choice for business and leisure travelers. Our Knoxville, TN hotel offers the best in amenities and service to ensure that our guest have a carefree stay. Leisure travelers appreciate this Knoxville hotel's downtown location. We are within walking distance of many attractions, including the Knoxville Museum of Art, historic Market Square, and the University of Tennessee. Before guest head out in the morning, join us at WINDOWS ON THE PARK Restaurant/Lounge for our Best-4-Breakfast, or stop by after sightseeing for a relaxing dinner WINDOWS ON THE PARK Restaurant is perfect for families, kids under 12 eat for free at qualifying rates.

Application deadline for Colorado positions: