Banquet Manager - Skirvin Oklahoma City, a Hilton Hotel

Job description

The historic Skirvin in Oklahoma City is looking for a talented Banquet Manager to join our incredible team! As a proud member of Historic Hotels of America and a Hilton Corporate Managed hotel, the Skirvin features 225 guest rooms and more than 16,000 square feet of banquet and event space. This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality leader who is passionate about exceptional service, unforgettable events, and creating memorable guest experiences.

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You The Skirvin is one of Oklahoma City’s most storied landmarks and a proud member of Historic Hotels of America. Guest rooms blend modern amenities and city views. Bricktown, the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum, and the Paycom Center are within a mile. Enjoy award-winning dining, cocktails, live music, and some of the city’s best ice cream. We are looking for a Banquet Manager to join our team!

With over 1600 sq ft of event space, 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.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

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.