Director of Banquets

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Austin, TX, USA
In-Office
Junior
Real Estate • Travel • Hospitality
The Role
Lead banquet and event operations delivering exceptional service and experiences. Oversee client relationships, event planning, staffing, training, execution, and quality control. Manage budgets, cost control, pricing, and financial reporting while motivating and developing the banquet team to meet ARC standards.
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Company Description

A treasured and historic landmark reborn, Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Collection occupies a unique niche in the Austin hospitality market. Designed by Ken Fulk and set on a 10-acre estate in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Austin, the property is the first luxury hotel & social members club of its kind in the city, blending intimacy and character with heritage and the independent spirit of Austin. Boasting 54 spacious rooms and suites, including a collection of five signature suites, the hotel offers a residential-style experience brimming with charm. Amenities include a dramatic 50-foot oval swimming pool, a state-of-the-art fitness studio, and distinct dining and drinking venues, including Lutie’s Garden Restaurant, the Estate’s signature restaurant. Expansive indoor and outdoor event space includes the picture-perfect Chapel with over 1,600 square feet of indoor space and 3,000 square feet of outdoor space. Commodore Perry Estate offers an authentic Austin provenance that invites guests to dine and celebrate in contemporary style.

 

For more information: ​auberge.com/commodore-perry

Follow Commodore Perry Estate on ​Facebook​ and ​Instagram @CommodorePerryAuberge

Job Description

Lead a team of professionals in creating memorable events and experiences for our guests. This is a pivotal role for a seasoned professional to orchestrate and deliver exceptional service.   Be instrumental in ensuring flawless execution and exceed expectations through creativity, planning, staffing, training, and communication.  

  • Cultivate relationships with clients, understand their event needs, and collaborate closely to tailor experiences that exceed their expectations.
  • Ensure the highest standard of service, food, quality, and presentation representative of ARC.  
  • Manage banquet budgets, cost control, pricing strategies, and financial reporting.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in a leadership role within banquet operations or event management in the hospitality industry.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience in a comparable role.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and team-building abilities with demonstrated capability of motivating and guiding teams toward achieving high standards.

Additional Information

About Auberge Collection
Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

For more information: auberge.com

Connect with Auberge Collection on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn @Auberge and #AlwaysAuberge

About Friedkin
Friedkin is a privately held family of global brands spanning automotive, entertainment, hospitality, investments, and sports.

Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company is led by Chief Executive Dan Friedkin, and united by a mission to build breakthrough brands that redefine the status quo.

The Friedkin portfolio includes Gulf States Toyota, 30WEST, Accelerated Solutions Group, AS Roma, Ascent Automotive Group, Auberge Collection, Congaree, Copilot Capital, Diamond Creek, Everton Football Club, GSFSGroup, Imperative Entertainment, Legendary Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and Westside Lexus.

For more information, please visit www.friedkin.com

4100 Red River Holdings LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. 4100 Red River Holdings LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, 4100 Red River Holdings LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Skills Required

  • Proven leadership experience in banquet operations or event management within the hospitality industry.
  • Minimum of two years' experience in a comparable role.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and team-building abilities with demonstrated capability to motivate and guide teams.
  • Experience managing banquet budgets, cost control, pricing strategies, and financial reporting.
  • Ability to cultivate client relationships and tailor events to client needs.
  • Maintain highest standards of service, food quality, and presentation.
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The Company
1,100 Employees
Year Founded: 1998

What We Do

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, safaris, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. Spanning three continents, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

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