Accor: Banquet Manager - Fairmont Agra — Agra, UP, India

About Accor

Accor operates in hospitality through hotels, restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Its employer material describes a collection of brands with different identities and a common focus on guest experiences. The business therefore brings together the service and operational functions needed to run hospitality venues, rather than offering one uniform hotel product. Its recruitment introduction emphasises opportunities across professions within hotels and other hospitality settings, reflecting the range of work involved in delivering those experiences.

The position and its setting

Accor lists Banquet Manager - Fairmont Agra in Agra, UP, India, under reference REF111421M. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Employment type: Full-time
• Employer listing date: 19 October 2026
• Brands: FAIRMONT

Responsibilities and work described

• Plan, coordinate, and execute banquet events and functions in accordance with client requirements and organisational standards
• Management: all aspects of event logistics, including venue setup, equipment allocation, and technical arrangements
• Supervise and direct banquet staff to ensure seamless service delivery and adherence to quality standards
• Liaise with clients to understand event objectives, preferences, and special requirements, ensuring customer satisfaction
• Collaboration: with culinary and kitchen teams to coordinate menu planning, food preparation, and presentation
• Monitoring: and manage banquet budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness whilst maintaining service excellence
• Oversee vendor relationships and coordinate with external suppliers for catering, décor, and entertainment services
• Research / execution: pre-event briefings and post-event debriefs with team members to optimise performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Quality / delivery: compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations throughout all banquet operations
• Handle guest concerns and resolve issues promptly and professionally to maintain the hotel's reputation
• Maintenance: detailed records of events, including contracts, timelines, and client feedback for future reference
• Development: and implement strategies to maximise revenue and occupancy for banquet facilities
• Train and mentor banquet staff on service protocols, product knowledge, and customer engagement techniques
• Research / execution: regular inspections of banquet areas, equipment, and facilities to maintain high standards of cleanliness and functionality

Essential requirements and candidate background

• Minimum 6-8 years of experience in banquet management, event coordination, or hospitality operations
• Track record of successfully planning and executing large-scale events and functions
• Knowledge: food and beverage operations, catering standards, and service protocols
• Organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously
• Proficiency: event management software and Microsoft Office applications
• Manage budgets and control costs effectively
• Leadership and team management capabilities with experience supervising diverse staff
• Communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-centric approach
• Knowledge: health, safety, and hygiene regulations relevant to food service and hospitality
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required

Education and qualification routes

• Degree / qualification: Diploma or degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, or Events Management

Preferred experience and additional strengths

• Certification in Food Safety and Hygiene or equivalent qualification
• Experience working in a luxury hotel environment or five-star establishment
• Proficiency: multiple languages, particularly Hindi or other regional languages
• Experience: revenue management and yield optimisation strategies

Location, schedule and contract conditions

• Work arrangement: On-site
• Advertised location: Agra, UP, India

Benefits mentioned by the employer

• Come As You Are
• Work With Purpose
• Grow, Learn and Enjoy
• Explore Limitless Possibilities

Pay and application dates

A verified salary figure is not established in this article. An online estimate for another Banquet Manager - Fairmont Agra vacancy is not an offer for reference REF111421M; use the employer’s own pay disclosure and recruitment communication.

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How to apply to Accor

Applications follow the official employer page linked below.

Open the official Accor posting below and match the title and reference REF111421M.

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Practical preparation: compliance

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Relevant skills

• MS Office
• compliance
• logistics
• culinary operations
• event operations
• food preparation
• menu planning
• kitchen operations
• project management
• hospitality
• food safety