
Banquet Coordinator
Required skills
- banquet facilities
- meeting facilities
- convention facilities
- scheduling
- cleaning sheets
- note taking
- staffing guidelines
- labor forecasts
- payroll processing
- clients
Nice to have
- tourism industry
- hotel operations
- resort operations
- banquet setup
- restaurant setup
- event setup
Role summary
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Banquets Event Coordinator to manage the setup, operation, and completion of scheduled functions and maintain facilities and equipment. This role involves administrative tasks such as hiring, scheduling, and payroll processing, as well as ensuring exceptional guest and associate experiences through effective team leadership and issue resolution. The ideal candidate will embody the company's 'Lead with Love' promise and possess strong collaboration skills in a fast-paced environment.
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.
Banquets-Events Coordinator
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is seeking a Banquets Event Coordinator. In this role, you will be responsible for the smooth and successful operation, setup and completion of all scheduled functions and proper upkeep of convention, meeting, and banquet facilities and equipment in an efficient and timely manner.
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 enhance the guest and associate experience by ensuring exceptional service delivery through effective team leadership, prompt issue resolution, and a welcoming environment.
Starting Rate: $19.00 an Hour
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for administration work including hiring, scheduling, cleaning sheets, note taking and other administrative items.
- Assist with preparation and adjustment of work schedules in accordance with staffing guidelines and labor forecasts and process payroll accordingly.
- Responsible for the smooth and successful operation, setup and completion of all scheduled functions and proper upkeep of convention, meeting, and banquet facilities and equipment in an efficient and timely manner.
What We’re Looking For
- General knowledge of the tourism industry and familiarity with hotel/resort operations is a plus.
- Previous experience in banquet, restaurant, and/or event setup, including some leadership or supervisory responsibilities, is preferred.
- Able to use computer and standard business systems.
- Strong ability to work collaboratively with clients, management, and team members in a fast-paced environment.
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.
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