Banquet Director Jobs in Irving, TX

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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Events Coordinator

  • Fort Worth, TX (22 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (22 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Location Fort Worth Hotel As breathtaking as any West Texas sunset, the Omni Fort Worth Hotel offers a taste of Texas hospitality. Conveniently located in the heart of Fort Worths exciting...

Catering Lead

  • Garland, TX (20 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Garland, TX (20 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 2 days ago

PANERA CAFE CATERING LEAD Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible to earn your...

Manager Banquet

  • Trophy Club, TX (20 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Trophy Club, TX (20 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central...

Director of Catering and Events

  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 7 days ago

/sales and/or food and beverage experience - luxury brand preferred General Skills - Perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy Prioritize, organize and follow-up on all actions...

Senior Meetings and Special Events Manager

  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Sets a positive example for guest relations. Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels. Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints....

Banquet Captain - Hilton Anatole

  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Hilton Anatole is seeking a Banquet Captain to join their team! As a AAA 4-Diamond property spanning 45 acres and featuring over 1,600 luxurious rooms, 600,000 square feet of event space, and...

Catering Lead Full-Time

  • Cedar Hill, TX (15 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cedar Hill, TX (15 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 10 days ago

PANERA CAFE CATERING LEAD Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible to earn your...

Events Coordinator

  • Carrollton, TX (10 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (10 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 12 days ago

Overview MB2 Dental, a first-of-its-kind Dental Partnership Organization (DPO) founded in 2007 and based in Carrollton, TX, is actively hiring an Events Coordinator! This is an excellent...

Events Coordinator

  • Plano, TX (20 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Plano, TX (20 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 14 days ago

SERVE At the City of Plano, our values make us who we are and guide us as we SERVE our city. As members of Team Plano, our organizational Values (what is most important to us) make up the acronym,...

Sales and Catering Coordinator at AT&T Stadium

  • Arlington, TX (17 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (17 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 15 days ago

Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering end-to-end...

Catering/Special Events Manager at AT&T Stadium

  • Arlington, TX (17 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (17 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 20 days ago

to communicate with employees, vendors, client representatives and guests in a positive and professional manner Must have excellent knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest...

Banquet Captain (AT&T Discovery District)

  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 20 days ago

The Role The purpose of the Banquet Supervisor is to set, maintain, clean, and refresh all meeting/special event spaces within Venue. The supervisor will oversee the set up/operations team. In...

Catering Coordinator

  • Fort Worth, TX (22 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 22 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (22 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 22 days ago

Sales Team Supervises backline operations to ensure all associates are POP compliant Ensures all backline orders are complete and catering checklist/order verification forms are utilized Collaborates...

Catering Manager

  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 27 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 27 days ago

SAGE Dining Services is seeking a Catering Manager with high-volume, high-end catering experience and back-of-the-house culinary skills for an exclusive private day school in Dallas, Texas. Our...

Director of Catering Sales

  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 27 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 27 days ago

Working as the Catering Sales Director you will effectively coordinate and oversee all internal and external catering events....

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Salary for Banquet Director Jobs in Irving, TX

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Highest Education Level

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