Assistant Banquets Manager (Arabic-Speaking)

About the role

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, is hiring an Assistant Banquets Manager in Al Mouj, Muscat, Oman. This is an entry-level management position that assists in leading the banquet staff while personally helping to execute events according to requirements and standards, and helps direct the team toward consistent, high-quality service.

Key responsibilities

• Support department operations and inventories, including par levels, equipment maintenance and attendance logs
• Maintain sanitation standards and enforce SOPs and LSOPs
• Order supplies such as china, glass, silver, buffet presentations and props, and use beverage "use" records to control liquor costs and manage perpetual inventory
• Assist in scheduling banquet service staff to meet service standards and forecast demand
• Attend meetings, lead shifts and take part in event service
• Keep up with food and wine pairings and current cuisine trends
• Interact with guests, handle complaints and encourage staff to deliver excellent service
• Run a departmental orientation program, give feedback on service behaviour, review guest comment cards and ensure staff follow emergency and safety procedures

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED
• 2 years of experience in event management, food and beverage or a related field
• Arabic-speaking