Assistant Banquet Manager

About Best Western Plus Hood River Inn:

Nestled in the breathtaking Columbia River Gorge, the Best Western Plus Hood River Inn is the region’s premier destination for events, meetings, and celebrations. Just a short drive from Portland, our recently renovated banquet and event spaces offer the perfect setting for memorable gatherings. With a commitment to outstanding service and hospitality, we take pride in delivering seamless, high-quality event experiences for our guests.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Assistant Banquet Manager to support the sales and catering teams in planning and executing seamless events. This role plays a key part in ensuring smooth operations, exceptional service, and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have banquet or event experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality guest experiences. This is a full-time position reporting to the Banquet Manager.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assist in event setup, including A/V coordination and menu planning.
• Supervise and train banquet staff to ensure smooth execution of events.
• Oversee inventory management, food & beverage quality, and event breakdown.
• Act as a liaison between clients and banquet operations, addressing any concerns.
• Support administrative tasks such as billing, timecard verification, and other administrative tasks.
• Ensure seamless bar and meal service during events.
• Continuously improve event processes by gathering and implementing guest feedback.

Why Join Best Western Plus Hood River Inn?

• Stunning Location: Work in one of the most scenic areas of the Pacific Northwest.
• Top-Tier Facilities: Our newly upgraded event spaces make us the premier venue in Hood River.
• Team-Oriented Culture: Join a passionate and experienced hospitality team.

Benefits Package Includes:

• Paid Time Off: includes Vacation, Sick and Holidays
• Great Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Generous company contributions included in benefits package
• Option to enroll into company 401k program after 1 year
  • Employer matching contribution on the first 4% of employee deferral election
  • Subject to plan eligibility requirements, details provided separately
• Company paid Term Life & AD&D Insurance
• Generous Employee Discounts, including:
  • Access to Best Western Employee Rates and Friends and Family Rates
  • Meal discounts at Riverside (onsite restaurant)
  • Employee gas discounts

If you are passionate about hospitality and love creating seamless, high-quality events, we would love to hear from you!

How to Apply:

To have your resume reviewed quickly, please apply directly through our company job portal at https://hoodriverinn.com/ , click on Job Opportunities to submit your application.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Previous banquet or event experience required.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• This position requires regular physical activity, including lifting or moving objects 50 pounds or more on a regular basis.