San Lee Yau
Senior Assistant Banquet Manager
Setapak, Kuala Lumpur
Summary
Experienced banquet professional in the hospitality industry, with pre-opening experience. Skilled in staff planning, cost control, and ensuring smooth operations. Proven ability to handle large China group events, Chinese weddings, and Mandarin-speaking events.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Senior Assistant Banquet Manager
Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel & Convention Centre & Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, City Centre
02.2025 - Current
- Oversee daily banquet operations and ensure smooth event execution.
- Plan staff rosters and manage manpower efficiently.
- Control costs and prepare P&L reports.
- Conduct meetings with clients to finalize large-scale event requirements.
Assistant Banquet Manager (Pre-Opening)
Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel & Convention Centre & Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, City Centre
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Assisted in setting up banquet operations, SOPs, and event spaces before hotel opening.
- Trained and scheduled banquet staff for seamless service delivery.
- Coordinated pre-opening events and VIP functions to ensure high service standards.
- Supported inventory management for banquet operations.
- Ensured brand service standards were implemented and maintained across all events.
Banquet Supervisor
Four Seasons Hotel
02.2022 - 02.2022
- Managed high-end events and corporate meetings, ensuring flawless service and guest satisfaction.
- Oversaw inventory control of banquet supplies, minimizing waste and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Led daily banquet setups, coordinating staff to deliver precise and timely arrangements.
Banquet Supervisor
Eastern & Oriental Hotel
03.2018 - 02.2022
- Support Banquet Manager in smooth event operations.
- Manage manpower allocation for events.
- Monitor and maintain food & beverage quality.
Banquet Captain
Eastern & Oriental Hotel
06.2016 - 2018
- Assist Banquet Supervisor during events.
- Ensure setup follows BEO with standards.
- Keep FOH and BOH clean and organized.
- Support staff to maintain smooth operations.
Banquet Associate
WEIL Hotel
12.2015 - 05.2016
- Follow guidance from Banquet Supervisor and Captain on setup, BEO, duties, and guest interaction.
- Maintain cleanliness of FOH and BOH areas.
- Assist in meetings and lead a section during events.
Education
No Degree - Diploma in Hotel & Tourism Management
Keris College
Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia 04.2001 -
No Degree - SPM - Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia
SMJK NAN HWA
Sitiawan, Perak, Malaysia 04.2001 -
Skills
Pre-Opening expertise
Handle VIP & Mandarin speaking event
Attention to details
Team Leadership
Event planning & Execution
Problem solving & guest Relations
Certification
SerSafe Certification
Additional Information
References
Mohamad Nasir bin Mokhtar
Assistant Food & Beverage Operation Manager
Eastern & Oriental Hotel, Penang
Phone : +6016-4198551
Senthil Kumar Sintambaram
Banquet Manager
Four Seasons Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
Phone : +6016-6023212
Mohamad Fahmy Mohamad Yazid
Assistant Director of Food & Beverage
Renaissance Kuala Lumpur & Convention Centre
& Four Points By Sheraton Kuala Lumpur,City Centre
Phone : +6012-6368027
Timeline
SerSafe Certification
05-2025
Senior Assistant Banquet Manager
Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel & Convention Centre & Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, City Centre
02.2025 - Current
Renaissance Pre-Opening Certification
09-2024
Assistant Banquet Manager (Pre-Opening)
Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel & Convention Centre & Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, City Centre
08.2023 - 01.2025
Banquet Supervisor
Four Seasons Hotel
02.2022 - 02.2022
Luxury 7 Star Service for Butlers
09-2019
Banquet Supervisor
Eastern & Oriental Hotel
03.2018 - 02.2022
Banquet Captain
Eastern & Oriental Hotel
06.2016 - 2018
Banquet Associate
WEIL Hotel
12.2015 - 05.2016
No Degree - Diploma in Hotel & Tourism Management
Keris College
04.2001 -
No Degree - SPM - Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia
SMJK NAN HWA
04.2001 -