Senior Banquet Manager chez Kalahari Resorts & Conventions

Help Deliver the Kalahari Experience  

At Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, we don’t just create vacations—we craft unforgettable experiences. Home to America’s Largest Indoor Waterparks, our African-inspired resorts offer world-class dining, luxurious spas, thrilling entertainment, and cutting-edge convention centers that redefine hospitality.  

But we’re more than a resort. As a family-owned company, our Promise is simple: Lead with Love. This means caring deeply for our guests, associates, and communities—treating people like family, giving back generously, and creating spaces where everyone feels valued.  

Through our partnership with charity: water, we’re also committed to bringing clean water to one million people in Africa.  

Senior Banquet Manager 

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Senior Banquet Manager. In this role, you’ll assist the Director of Banquets in leading the banquet front-of-house team and beverage team in the day-to-day operations of the banquet department.  You will also ensure the quality of service, compliance with health, safety, and sanitation, and alcohol awareness standards.  

As part of our leadership team, you’ll embody our Promise to Lead with Love—guiding, supporting, and inspiring associates while delivering extraordinary guest experiences. You’ll ensure events are well-organized and run smoothly, creating a positive and memorable experience for guests. In addition, you’ll lead and support the banquet team, helping associates deliver high-quality service with confidence.

Key Responsibilities 

• Overseeing the execution of events, ensuring smooth operations, and delivering beyond expectations guest experiences. 

• Understanding of and experience implementing SOPs. 

• Develop and implement event plans, including timelines, staffing schedules, and equipment requirements. 

• Collaborate with other departments (catering, kitchen, sales, etc.) to ensure event specifications are met. 

• Ensure events run smoothly by providing guidance and leadership to the team. 

• Provide training and support to ensure staff members understand their roles and deliver high-quality service. 

• Monitor and maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the event, ensuring safety standards are followed. 

• Basic knowledge of P&L and budgets. 

What We’re Looking For 

• We do require that you have a background consisting of at least two years of management experience in a significant convention center or large hotel (over 500 room property).   

• Prior experience as a server, captain, and set-up house person is preferred.  

• Beverage experience is required. 

• Prior experience working in banquet/event space centers of 75,000+ sq. ft.   

A Sampling of Our Benefits 

Our team enjoys a comprehensive benefits package, including: 

• Career growth opportunities with promotion from within 

• 401(k) matching, paid time off, and holiday compensation 

• Health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time associates 

• Employee appreciation events, discounts, and perks at all resorts 

• Education assistance programs to help advance your career 

Be Part of Something Extraordinary  

At Kalahari, we believe the best leaders Lead with Love—because love builds trust, inspires growth, and creates experiences that last a lifetime. That’s why we’re proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers, America’s Best Employers for Women, and by USA TODAY as the #1 Best Indoor Water Park.  

Here, careers thrive, innovation is encouraged, and every day brings new opportunities to create meaningful moments. Whether you’re delivering guest service, crafting memorable meals, or leading a team, your work makes a real impact.  

| Wisconsin Dells, WI | Sandusky, OH | Pocono Manor, PA | Round Rock, TX | Spotsylvania County, VA |  

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.