Banquet Director Jobs in Coral Gables, FL

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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Catering Lead

  • Miami, FL (5 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Miami, FL (5 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Maintain Paneras exceptional standards for craveable food quality. Build excitement and interest in Paneras products and services....

Assistant Director of Banquets

  • Aventura, FL (17 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Aventura, FL (17 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Education High school diploma or GED or 2-year degree from an accredited university in hotel and restaurant management; 3 years experience in event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing...

Program and Events Coordinator

  • Miami, FL (5 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Miami, FL (5 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Our client, a well-established company in Coral Gables, FL is looking for a Program and Events Coordinator to start right away! Responsibilities: Coordinate virtual meetings, email communications,...

Catering - Coordinator - FT

  • Hollywood, FL (22 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hollywood, FL (22 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 14 days ago

Answering Telephones Assist Catering Managers with resumes, faxing, banquet event orders etc. Communicates all information pertinent to each sales and catering group business....

Catering Coordinator

  • Miami, FL (5 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Miami, FL (5 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 20 days ago

You will be directly supporting the needs/goals of the Director of Catering as well as the Catering Sales Manager and the Event Specialist....

Assistant Director of Banquets

  • Doral, FL (5 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Doral, FL (5 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 25 days ago

POSITION PURPOSE: Assist and organize the administration of the Banquets department beside the Banquets Director....

Banquet Captain

  • Miami Beach, FL (8 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Miami Beach, FL (8 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 27 days ago

Responsibilities Responsible for supervision of catered events. This includes the planning, set-up, execution and tear down of all events....

Meeting and Events Coordinator

  • Miami, FL (5 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Miami, FL (5 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Research and secure appropriate venues, catering services, audiovisual equipment, transportation, and other logistical requirements....

Events Coordinator

  • Sunny Isles Beach, FL (17 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sunny Isles Beach, FL (17 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary: The purpose of this position is to perform administrative and supervisory work developing and executing all the events for the City of Sunny Isles Beach. Position Scope: This is...

Director Catering & Commissary

  • Miami, FL (5 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Miami, FL (5 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Responsible for leading the catering/commissary department and planning all aspects for aircraft catering and commissary. Plan, implement and manage budget for Catering Department....

Banquet Manager

  • Coral Gables, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Coral Gables, FL
  • 45+ days ago

This is including providing support and guidance to the banquet team, The Catering and Convention Services team, the Convention Services floor department and Banquet Beverage....

Catering Lead

  • Hialeah, FL (9 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hialeah, FL (9 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

Maintain Panera's exceptional standards for craveable food quality. Build excitement and interest in Panera's products and services....

Catering Supervisor

  • Miami Gardens, FL (15 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Miami Gardens, FL (15 miles from Coral Gables, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Section 1: Identifying Information Position Title: Hospitality Supervisor - Catering Job Group: Operations Reports to: Hospitality Manager - Catering, Catering Sales Manager Job Code: 84B5EC Approvals...

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Salary for Banquet Director Jobs in Coral Gables, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Banquet Directors in Coral Gables, FL 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 in Coral Gables, FL
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%