Banquet Director Jobs in Illinois

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 Coordinator

  • Orland Park, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Orland Park, IL
  • 3 hours ago

and actively follows it Manages capacity for backline based on staffing while maintaining food quality standards and order accuracy Manages all house accounts including database of ATO and payments...

Catering Lead

  • Homewood, IL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Homewood, IL
  • 4 hours ago

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

Fundraising Events Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago

Liaise with vendors (venues, catering, audiovisual, rentals, etc.) to confirm deliverables and ensure event readiness....

Sales & Catering Coordinator - Temporary

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Why We're Here We believe heartfelt, human connections make people's lives better. Especially the people who work here. Our founder, Bill Kimpton rebelled against impersonal, generic hospitality...

Catering Lead

  • Decatur, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 1 day ago

The catering lead will be responsible for event prep, room/buffet setup and breakdown. The catering lead will be the main contact for customers during events....

Events Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Who We Are: At TPL, we're a team of outdoor advocates who believe in connecting everyone to the outdoors. As an ethos, we believe access to the outdoors is a fundamental human need and essential...

Director of Catering and Events

  • Glen Ellyn, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL
  • 4 days ago

Attends weekly food and beverage meetings with the Food and Beverage Management Team. Create banquet service staff job assignments and floor plan details....

On-Call Events Coordinator

  • Naperville, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 5 days ago

Posting Details Position Information Job Title On-Call Events Coordinator Job Summary Designs, establishes, and oversees the integrated logistics and processes to support events across campus. Job...

Director of Catering

  • Machesney Park, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Machesney Park, IL
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities: Develop and implement catering sales strategies Follow up with previous catering orders Make and sample products to local businesses while building relationships with potential customers...

Athletics Events Coordinator - Part-time

  • Springfield, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 7 days ago

Untitled Document Athletics Events Coordinator - Part-time Posting Category: About UIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the...

Catering Supervisor

  • Palatine, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Palatine, IL
  • 8 days ago

What You’ll Do: As a Catering Supervisor at Sodexo, you are a master multitasker and a quality-of-life improver....

Taskforce Sales & Catering Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago

Property About Us Welcome to Pyramid Global Hospitality, where people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and...

Catering Manager

  • Sycamore, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Sycamore, IL
  • 10 days ago

Job Description: Job Title: Catering Manager Department: Catering FLSA: Non-Exempt General Function As a Catering Manager, this position will be responsible for setting the department standards for...

Supervisor, Catering - Soldier Field

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago

Levy at Soldier Field - Catering...

Banquet Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 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....

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Salary for Banquet Director Jobs in Illinois

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Banquet Directors in Illinois 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 Illinois
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%