Be empowered.
1. Begin: Personalised onboarding program & staff accommodation subject to availability to support your start
2. Belong: A family-like and diverse team from various nations, with flat hierarchies and different areas of expertise, where people support each other and learn from one another
3. Become: Wide range of internal & external training opportunities, individual development plans, excellent career prospects, and transfer options to our sister hotels
4. Be connected: Numerous employee events and team-building activities to strengthen our “Team Spirit”
5. Be honored: Holiday and Christmas bonuses, discounted parking, travel cost subsidies, appreciation rewards, employee referral program, discounted stays and F&B discounts at over 9,400 Marriott hotels worldwide
6. Be well: Various wellbeing and (mental) health offerings, Serve360 initiatives, healthy meals in our staff restaurant, and many opportunities for social engagement
Be you.
Two brands, one workplace full of event energy: At the Sheraton & Marriott Frankfurt Airport Hotel, we bring hundreds of events to life every year - from exclusive board meetings to large international conferences.
As Director of Banquet Operations (m/f/d), you lead end-to-end banquet & event operations across all function spaces- hands-on and on the floor, visible to guests and teams, and accountable for quality, guest satisfaction, and financial results. Ideal for a seasoned banquet professional ready for the next step in a high‑volume, international setting.
Your key responsibilities include:
Manage Banquet Operations
7. Forecast and project departmental supply needs (., china, glass, silver, buffet presentations, props)
8. Apply relevant laws and regulations for events; ensure HACCP compliance
9. Control banquet beverage costs using “Use” records; manage perpetual beverage inventory
10. Ensure accurate customer billing and precise BEO execution
11. Coordinate flawlessly throughout each event; attend pre-/post-con meetings
12. Keep function spaces and back-of-house areas clean and maintained; ensure furniture & equipment care and inventories per corporate guidelines
Lead the Banquet Team
13. Lead shifts and actively participate in service - visible, pace-setting leadership
14. Run daily/weekly line-ups to review upcoming events and prevent service challenges
15. Embed guest satisfaction in team meetings and drive continuous improvement
16. Manage and develop a team of approx. 18 (incl. Banquet Reception / Meeting Concierge): goals, briefings & monthly meetings, coaching, and performance reviews
Drive Profitability
17. Build lasting relationships with groups to drive repeat business and growth
18. Plan staffing to forecast and service standards; manage controllable expenses (beverage, labour, equipment, externals); protect assets and report accurately and on time
Deliver Exceptional Service
19. Anticipate guest needs and respond promptly; be the on-site host for planners and VIPs
20. Resolve issues and complaints professionally with thorough follow-up; empower associates to deliver excellent service
21. Raise service performance via SOP optimisation and continuous process improvement
Administrative Excellence
22. Maintain daily reports and KPIs; standardise workflows and ensure consistent documentation
23. Partner closely with Culinary, Stewarding, Engineering/AV, Housekeeping, Front Office and 3rd-party event partners; facilitate smooth cross-functional collaboration
Be able.
24. Vocational training/degree in hospitality/events and several years’ leadership experience in banquet/event operations
25. OPERA proficiency (essential); confident with MS Office and event/POS systems
26. Proven track record with large-scale events (800+ pax)
27. Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving - especially under time pressure
28. Solid knowledge of banquet & service standards, room/table setups, food & wine pairings, and upselling
29. Excellent German and English; polished, professional demeanour
30. Highly organised, detail-oriented, resilient & flexible (evenings, weekends, holidays); comfortable with extended standing/walking and light lifting
Be connected.
We look forward to getting to know you!
Once we receive your application, we’ll get back to you promptly.
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture that puts people first. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability, origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other basis covered by applicable law.
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