Recess is where the everyday takes a break.

Opening in Fall 2026, Recess Hotel & Club is bringing a new kind of hospitality to the heart of Savannah. Housed within the historic Manger Building, Recess blends a 221-room lifestyle hotel with a members club, rooftop pool, French brasserie, wellness club, coworking spaces, and lively social venues—all designed around one simple idea: life is better when there's room to play.

Recess is the newest project from Left Lane, the team behind Hotel Bardo Savannah. In just one year, Bardo has earned Condé Nast Traveler's inaugural Triple Crown distinction—recognizing hotels that have achieved the publication's Hot List, Gold List, and Readers' Choice Awards—along with the inaugural Michelin Key designation and recognition from Travel + Leisure as one of the Best New Hotels of the Year. It's this same commitment to thoughtful hospitality and unforgettable experiences that we're bringing to Recess.

We're building more than a hotel. We're building a team of people who believe great hospitality is thoughtful, personal, and a little unexpected. Whether you're welcoming guests, creating memorable meals, keeping the operation running seamlessly, or leading a team, every role helps shape the Recess experience from day one.

If you're curious, collaborative, and excited by the opportunity to build something from the ground up, we'd love to meet you.

Find and seek. Stay here, play here. Welcome to Recess.

About the role

Recess Hotel & Club is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Banquet Manager to oversee all banquet operations. The ideal candidate will ensure coordination across departments for a guest experience that is seamlessly executed.

What you'll do

• Plan, organize, and manage banquet events, including large tours groups, celebrations of life, conferences, and private functions
• Coordinate with clients to understand event requirements, menus, and timelines
• Supervise banquet staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management
• Ensure proper setup, service, and breakdown of events according to standards
• Work closely with kitchen and catering teams to ensure timely food service
• Monitor event execution and resolve any issues promptly and professionally
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and service quality
• Manage inventory, supplies, and equipment related to banquet operations
• Oversee billing, budgeting, and cost control for events
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and event-based hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of banquet or hospitality service experience required
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of banquet service styles, including plated, buffet, reception, and cocktail events.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong guest service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and move banquet equipment as needed.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules based on business demands.

Why Recess?

Build something from the beginning.

• Join the opening team behind one of Savannah's most anticipated lifestyle hotels and help shape the guest experience from day one.

Take care of yourself.

• Medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits for eligible full-time team members
• Company-matched 401(k) with fast vesting
• Up to 20 days of paid time off, paid holidays, and a paid birthday
• Complimentary daily team member meal

Experience the brand.

• Complimentary two-night stay at Hotel Recess & Club Savannah
• Team member discounts on dining, Saltgrass Spa treatments, retail, and The Cooking School at Saint Bibiana 
• Complimentary fitness classes

Travel farther.

• Employee rates at select Leading Hotels of the World properties
• Discounts at Highgate hotels worldwide

Grow with Left Lane.

• Referral incentives and guest recognition programs
• Career development opportunities across a growing hospitality portfolio
• The opportunity to help shape one of hospitality's most exciting lifestyle brands