Company Description
The Hoxton, Bengaluru City
We are looking for a Banquet Manager to join our dynamic team for The Hoxton Bengaluru City.
The Hoxton is opening its very first neighbourhood hotel in Asia, coming to India’s Bengaluru city centre in 2026. This is a major milestone for the brand as it ventures into a new continent entirely and we are now looking for a brilliant leadership team to help bring this lifestyle brand to the market.
Located in the heart of the city centre, The Hoxton, Bengaluru City will bring its undeniable brand DNA and guest experience to India’s “Silicon Valley”, a high-tech city filled with parks and gardens and known for its vibrant cafe and pub culture - very apt for a brand that was founded in London!
The hotel will feature 149 bedrooms in a variety of The Hoxton’s well-loved room categories and the lobby will have a vibrant all-day dining restaurant & bar. Topping off the hotel we will have a rooftop pool and bar, large scale function rooms and The Apartment - The Hoxton’s unique meeting & events concept
More about us…
The Hoxton is a series of open-house hotels, each in a neighbourhood that we love. Ever since we opened our first hotel in Shoreditch, we’ve never just been about offering a bed for the night. We want to be more than that: proving style doesn’t need to be sacrificed for good value and providing a place where guests can hang out alongside the locals and submerse themselves in the neighbourhood with vibrant, welcoming public spaces.
What's in it for you...
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The opportunity to work with an exciting new hospitality concept in Bangalore and have a real impact on its success.
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Join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that’s committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand.
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The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
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Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences.
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Great discounts across the entire Ennismore family (which you get to keep even if you decide to leave us!).
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A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development.
Job Description
What you’ll do…
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Together with the Associate Director of Food & Beverage, create exceptional and memorable banquet, conference and event experiences for every guest.
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Take ownership of the hotel's banquet operations, ensuring flawless execution of meetings, conferences, weddings, social events and private functions.
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Lead the planning and operational delivery of all events, ensuring service standards consistently exceed guest expectations.
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Support the Associate Director of Food & Beverage in developing, implementing and managing the department's annual objectives and long-term strategic goals.
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Manage operating expenses in line with budget guidelines, analyse performance data and contribute to achieving departmental financial objectives.
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Manage, coach and develop the Banquets team, creating an environment where people feel empowered, supported and inspired to deliver their very best.
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Lead by example, motivating your team to create memorable Hoxton experiences while encouraging continuous learning and development.
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Work closely with the Sales, Events, Kitchen and Operations teams to ensure seamless planning, communication and execution of every event.
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Drive banquet revenue through effective event planning, upselling opportunities and commercial initiatives while maintaining exceptional service standards.
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Monitor departmental costs, labour productivity and equipment usage, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency without compromising quality.
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Ensure all banquet venues, equipment and back-of-house areas are maintained to the highest standards of presentation, cleanliness and safety.
Qualifications
What we’re looking for…
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Individuals. You're looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here.
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Passion for hospitality – whether that's a drink, a meal, an event or a bed for the night.
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You're all about having a positive impact on the people you interact with, leaving them with a memorable experience.
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You're not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get things done.
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You're up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once.
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If we got stuck in a lift together, we'd have a good time and share a few laughs.
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You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way.
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You have a proven track record of leading banquet or events operations within a luxury or lifestyle hotel environment.
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You have at least 2 years of experience in a similar Banquet Manager or Events Operations leadership role.
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You have experience managing budgets, forecasting and financial performance within Food & Beverage operations.
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You understand banquet planning, event logistics, service sequencing and operational excellence across a variety of event styles.
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You're a natural leader who inspires, coaches and develops high-performing teams.
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You have a keen eye for detail, thrive under pressure and can confidently manage multiple events simultaneously while maintaining exceptional service standards.
