The Country Club of Virginia is seeking a dynamic and energetic Banquet Operations Manager. Primary responsibilities include the execution of wedding, corporate, and social events in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. The ability to manage simultaneous events across a large campus is crucial to success.
Club Profile
The Country Club of Virginia is one of America’s oldest and finest private, member-owned clubs. CCV is currently ranked #8 on the Platinum Clubs of America list, out of thousands of recognized clubs. Located in Richmond, Virginia, CCV was organized in 1908 and is one of the nation’s largest full-service country clubs. The club’s 7,800+ members support 1,111 acres containing two superb clubhouses situated seven miles apart, 54 holes of golf, 24 tennis courts, five squash courts, three platform tennis courts, a 100,000 square foot fitness complex, five pools, five dining outlets, three snack bars, and special event venues. In season, CCV employs a staff of over 750 and has an operating budget in excess of $48 million.
Essential Duties Include:
- Provide overall team leadership
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Follow and enforce Special Events procedures and policies
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Oversee the coordination and execution of special events and functions
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Attend weekly BEO meetings
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Help with recruiting and creation of weekly employee schedules
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Provide organization for events by holding pre-service meetings and delegating tasks
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Study current industry trends and bring creative ideas to the department
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Conduct monthly inventory with the Banquet Manager
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Act as Manager on Duty for certain shifts
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Evaluate present operations and develop new ideas for the future
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Check rooms daily to ensure they are clean and presentable to membership
Education and Experience
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College degree in hospitality, business, or related field preferred
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Private club experience or exposure is helpful but not essential
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated hands-on management style, strong administrative skills, and a planning mindset with the ability to successfully execute events and lead a winning team. Prior management and serving experience are required. The candidate will manage a high-volume department with 11 event spaces, averaging 35 weddings per year, and handle events ranging from 15 to over 1,000 guests. Additionally, they must have the ability to manage a team of over 50 people effectively.
The Banquet management team consists of the Banquet Manager, the Assistant Manager, Supervisors, and Captains.
Compensation/Application
Salary commensurate with experience; benefits include 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution and match, medical/dental/vision insurance, fully paid life and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, and free employee meals while working. Interested individuals should complete the online application in full and attach a resume and cover letter.
CCV conducts post-offer drug tests and criminal background screenings.