Bowie House, Auberge Collection is an imaginative and bold new urban retreat that draws visitors to a place whose history is built on tales of frontier valor and adventure. An exciting gathering space for locals and visitors alike, the four-story, 106-room boutique hotel features 88 rooms and 18 suites, including a 2,250 square foot signature suite.
Luxurious spaces weave together details from Western culture and style like boot jacks and hat racks with contemporary furnishings, lighting and artwork creating feelings of welcome and warmth. A social hub for locals and visitors, Bowie House offers numerous spaces for visitors to enjoy the conviviality and camaraderie that have distinguished the location for so many years. Visitors can sip cocktails in the library lounge, visit the signature restaurant with views of the enchanting outdoor terraces or relax in cabanas on the second story outdoor infinity pool overlooking a peaceful garden oasis.
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Join our team as Director of Banquets and play a key role in delivering exceptional event experiences. This position oversees all banquet operations, ensuring service standards are consistently exceeded while leading and developing a high-performing team.
The Director of Banquets is responsible for financial and administrative oversight, including budgeting, cost control, and asset protection, while driving ongoing department growth. In close partnership with the Sales and Catering teams as well as Culinary, this role ensures seamless event execution through clear communication and strong operational leadership. We are seeking an experienced, professional leader with a proven ability to elevate service and achieve results.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including Food Handler, TABC, and labor laws.
- Oversee banquet operations to deliver high-quality events and maximize guest satisfaction.
- Enforce company standards, policies, and procedures.
- Manage departmental inventory, equipment, and procurement needs.
- Develop staffing schedules based on event forecasts and service standards.
- Support client relationship-building efforts to drive repeat business and growth.
- Set performance goals, delegate responsibilities, and monitor team productivity.
- Lead meetings and provide ongoing training on service standards, food and beverage knowledge, and industry trends.
- Actively lead and participate in event setup and service execution.
- Conduct pre-event meetings and inspections to ensure accuracy of event details and room setups.
- Coordinate with Culinary and other departments to ensure seamless event delivery.
- Serve as the primary point of contact during events, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards across all event spaces.
- Engage with guests to gather feedback and address concerns.
- Promote a culture of exceptional service, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Full-time management role requiring schedule flexibility, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and varied shifts; ability to work in diverse environments and conditions.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with a professional presence and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
- Proven ability to anticipate needs and operate effectively in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.
- Prior hotel experience in banquets, food and beverage, or rooms required; comprehensive knowledge of banquet service preferred.
- Proficiency in standard computer applications; physically able to lift up to 40 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods.
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.
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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
Bowie House LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Bowie House 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, Bowie House 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.