Banquet Director Jobs in District of Columbia

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

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Seeking a Banquet Manager who is a strong lead and mentor and has exceptional customer service skills for a luxury resort in Northern Virginia. If you love executing luxury events with an...

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Catering Supervisor

  • Meriwether Godsey
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Full-time Catering Supervisor who will assist management in all aspects of Catering operations at a coeducational international day school in Northwest...

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Gov-NGO ACORE Events Coordinator Washington, DC

  • ACORE
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Gov-NGO Location: DC About the job Position Title: Coordinator, Events Department: Events Reporting To: Director, Events Location: Washington, DC Who We Are ACORE is a nonpartisan nonprofit...

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Events Coordinator

  • Virginia Community Colleges
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Posting Details Posting Summary Working Title Events Coordinator Role Title Education Administrator I Role Code 29133-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band 04 Position Number 29700068 Agency Germanna Community...

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Director of Catering and Events

  • Sodexo
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

Role Overview Sodexo Corporate Services is looking for a Director of Catering & Events for one of our High-Profile accounts in Washington DC. The Director of Catering & Events is responsible for...

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Catering Supervisor (Full Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

Location: GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY We are hiring immediately for a CATERING SUPERVISOR (FULL TIME) position. Address : Catering at GWU 1918 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20052 Note: online...

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Banquet Manager - National Geographic Museum

  • Compass Group
  • Washington, DC
  • 8 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications 3+ years of banquet, catering, or hospitality management experience Experience managing high-volume events and service teams Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and alcohol service...

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Events Coordinator Assistant (temporary, night shift)New

  • WorldStrides, Inc.
  • Washington, DC
  • 10 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 10 days ago

Events Coordinator Assistant (temporary, night shift) Calle 56 - Num 444-A por 33 y 35, Colonia Centro Merida Yucatan Company Introduction WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel...

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Events coordinator (temporary, night shift)New

  • WorldStrides, Inc.
  • Washington, DC
  • 10 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 10 days ago

Events coordinator (temporary, night shift) Calle 56 - Num 444-A por 33 y 35, Colonia Centro Merida Yucatan Company Introduction WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and...

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Travel events coordinator (temporary, night shift)New

  • WorldStrides, Inc.
  • Washington, DC
  • 10 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 10 days ago

Travel events coordinator (temporary, night shift) Calle 56 - Num 444-A por 33 y 35, Colonia Centro Merida Yucatan Company Introduction WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and...

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Social Catering Manager - Eaton DC

  • LANGHAM HOTELS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED.
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago

About Langham Hospitality Group A wholly-owned subsidiary of Great Eagle Holdings, Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) comprises a family of distinctive brands, including The Langham Hotels and...

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Director Of Catering

  • LANGHAM HOTELS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED.
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago

About Langham Hospitality Group A wholly-owned subsidiary of Great Eagle Holdings, Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) comprises a family of distinctive brands, including The Langham Hotels and...

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Director of Event Services

  • Compass Group
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago

Position Title: Director of Event Services Salary: $75,000 to $80,000 Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today! a...

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Events Coordinator - Communications and Marketing

  • CHAOS Industries
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 days ago

CHAOS Industries is redefining modern defense with a multi-product portfolio that gives the ultimate advantagedomain dominance. The company's products are powered by Coherent Distributed Networks...

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Sr. Meeting & Events Coordinator - Washington, DC

  • Compass Group
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago

Position Title: SR. MEETING & EVENTS COORDINATOR - WASHINGTON, DC Salary: $33/hr. - $36/hr. Rapport is a specialized division of FLIK Hospitality Group focused on all aspects of guest and employee...

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Salary for Banquet Director Jobs in District of Columbia

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Highest Education Level

Banquet Directors in District of Columbia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.2%
Master's Degree
13.1%
High School or GED
11.9%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.9%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.4%

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