Event Banquet Lead

The Opportunity 

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a seasonal Event Banquet Lead to join our team at Peaks of Otter Lodge in Bedford, Virginia. As an Event Banquet Lead, you will lead the food and beverage team during events while delivering the highest quality of service to our guests. If you want to work in the world’s most storied national parks, hotels, or resorts, feed your sense of wonder and apply now. 

Pay

$14.50 - $14.50 / hourInformation on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

Benefits at Peaks of Otter

Enjoy a workplace with a view! Join our tight-knit team working together in the beautiful setting of the Blue Ridge Mountains located along Virginia's famed Skyline Drive on the shore of Lake Abbott. With easy access to hiking, tours, nature talks, and festivals, each day inspires in special places like this!

• Weekly pay
• Free shift meal
• Employee discounts - 30% off retail items
• Referral bonus – earn $200 for each eligible referral
• Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

Note: Additional benefits including insurance and vacation are available for eligible year-round positions at other Delaware North properties

Responsibilities 

• Train, schedule, and supervise banquet team members
• Conduct daily function meetings with banquet managers and team members before events
• Ensure all company policies, service procedures, and safety standards are followed
• Maintain communication with the banquet and kitchen teams 

Qualifications 

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a supervisory position
• Banquet or catering experience required
• Excellent guest service and employee relations skills
• Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must be able to pass ServeSafe alcohol training 
• Basic math and counting skills 
• No high school diploma or GED required

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand or walk for 8-hour shifts
• Possible exposure to loud noise

Shift Details 

WeekendsDay shiftEvening shiftHolidaysEvent based

Who We Are 

Peaks of Otter Lodge is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains one of the region's top hiking destinations.

At Delaware North, you’ll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. Whether it’s in sporting venues, casinos, airports, national parks, iconic hotels, or premier restaurants, there’s no telling where your career can ultimately take you. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, stability and growth. If you have drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.

Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.