Banquet Coordinator
Med Surg
FT
Grand River Health | Rifle, CO
At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect, friendliness, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.
What You'll Do
In this role, you’ll help create welcoming and well-executed events that support patients, staff, and the community. You’ll coordinate every stage of banquet and meeting services while ensuring exceptional customer service, smooth operations, and attention to detail throughout each event.
- Coordinate and oversee banquets, meetings, and special events to ensure successful execution.
- Collaborate with customers, vendors, and internal departments on event planning, menus, scheduling, and logistics.
- Maintain conference center schedules, online calendars, and event-related communication.
- Assist with room setup, food service, event breakdown, and transportation of banquet equipment as needed.
- Support invoicing, payment collection, and internal event charging processes.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and customer service standards throughout all events.
- Performs a variety of tasks and other duties as assigned
Who We're Looking For
We’re looking for a highly organized and customer-focused professional who enjoys creating positive event experiences and thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication skills, flexibility, creativity, and the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, vendors, and guests. Success in this role requires attention to detail, adaptability, and a hands-on approach to event coordination and service.
- Two to three years of experience in banquet coordination, hospitality, food service, or a related field preferred.
- Associate degree in a related field preferred.
- Food Handler Certification from an ANSI accredited program required within one month of hire.
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation practices, and commercial kitchen operations preferred.
- Strong customer service, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to become proficient in required scheduling, dietary, and healthcare software systems within six months of hire.
What We Offer
Our total rewards package includes
- Pay Range: $20.43- $25.52/hour (based on experience)
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, PTO from day one, extended illness time, retirement plan with match, and more
- Perks: Payroll deductions for hot springs, gyms, ski passes, pet insurance, access to outdoor recreation, and more!
Compensation may vary outside this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.
Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.
Why Join Grand River Health?
As a special taxing district, we are accountable to our community, allowing us to prioritize exceptional patient-centered care over financial bottom lines. Our main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere of a caring and friendly community has been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.
OUR MISSION:
To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
OUR VISION:
To be our communities’ first choice in quality healthcare.