Banquet Director Jobs

A Banquet Director in the hospitality industry is responsible for overseeing all aspects of a banquet or event, including planning, organizing, and execution. Their duties involve coordinating with various departments like kitchen, housekeeping, and front office to ensure smooth execution of the event. They are also responsible for managing budgets, negotiating contracts, hiring and training staff, and maintaining high standards of customer service. Banquet Directors play a significant role in generating revenue for hotels, convention centers, and other venues by attracting and retaining clients.

To excel in this role, a Banquet Director should have solid leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. They should also be highly organized and detail-oriented, with a strong understanding of event management and catering operations. Relevant certifications, such as a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) or a Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP), can enhance their expertise and credibility. Prior roles that provide a stepping stone to the Banquet Director position might include positions as a Banquet Manager, Event Coordinator, or Catering Manager.

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Banquet Manager - $3,000 signing bonus

  • Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chesapeake Beach, MD
  • 10 hours ago

Sets a positive example for guest relations and interacting with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels....

Director of Catering and Events - Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • moments ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • moments ago

This strategic leadership role is ideal for a results-driven professional with a strong background in catering sales, team leadership, and luxury service standards....

Senior Banquet Manager - Signia by Hilton Atlanta

  • Atlanta, GA
  • moments ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • moments ago

The Signia by Hilton Atlanta is seeking a talented Senior Banquet Manager! This 976-room milestone property offers guests an elevated experience that redefines Southern Hospitality. With 100k...

Catering Manager

  • Rochester, MN
  • moments ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • moments ago

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

Banquet Captain, The Publisher Hotel, Fredericksburg, VA

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 1 hour ago

Greenwood Hospitality & Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkable Banquet Captain for The Publisher Hotel...

Service and Catering Manager

  • Orange City, IA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Orange City, IA
  • 1 hour ago

Build relationships with potential clients to grow catering sales and promptly respond to inquiries. Communicate menu offerings and event details effectively, paying attention to dietary needs....

Food Services Director - Certified Dietary Manager

  • Stoneham, MA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Stoneham, MA
  • 1 hour ago

Live the Mission Position Summary The Food Services Director Certified Dietary Manager plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operations of food services to ensure daily provision of...

Supervisor, Catering - Michigan State University

  • East Lansing, MI
  • 1 hour ago
  • East Lansing, MI
  • 1 hour ago

Levy Sector Position Title: CATERING SUPERVISOR @ MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY Pay Range: $0.00 to $0.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and...

Events Coordinator

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 2 hours ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 2 hours ago

The Events Coordinator is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of a wide range of college-wide events that support the mission and strategic goals of the college. The Events...

Lead Events Coordinator

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 2 hours ago

Position Overview Accessible Teaching, Learning, and Assessment Systems (ATLAS), a research center at the University of Kansas (KU), is seeking a Lead Events Coordinator to support events...

Catering Supervisor, Full-Time (Siena College)

  • Albany, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 2 hours ago

Job Description: AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Catering Supervisor at Siena College in Albany, NY. The pay for this position is $22.50/hr....

Catering Manager, Full-Time (Kenyon College)

  • Gambier, OH
  • 2 hours ago
  • Gambier, OH
  • 2 hours ago

Job Description: AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Catering Manager at Kenyon College in Gambier, OH. Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has...

Catering Manager 2

  • Troy, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Troy, NY
  • 2 hours ago

The Catering Manager oversees a highly complex and high volume of catering sales and functions in excess of $1.5M in managed catering volume....

Banquet Manager

  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 2 hours ago

Responsibilities Responsible for overall supervision of banquet operations. Responsible for selection, training and activity of banquet staff.. Meets banquet planners to develop specifications for...

Director of Catering & Events

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 2 hours ago

Previous guest relations experience. Highly developed interpersonal skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with fluency in English, multilingualism will be considered an asset....

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Salary for Banquet Director Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

Banquet Directors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.1%
Master's Degree
13.1%
High School or GED
12.1%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.9%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Banquet Directors
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%