Banquet Manager Jobs in San Jose, CA

A Banquet Manager in the hospitality industry is responsible for overseeing all aspects of a banquet or event, including planning, organizing, staffing, and controlling events. Their primary tasks include liaising with clients to understand their requirements, coordinating with the kitchen staff, managing event logistics, and ensuring that the event runs smoothly and meets the client's expectations. They also handle administrative responsibilities such as event budgeting, payment processing, and record-keeping.

Important skills for a Banquet Manager include strong leadership, excellent communication, and problem-solving skills. They should also possess a keen eye for detail, be able to multitask, and have strong organizational abilities. A degree in hospitality management is often required for this role, and certifications such as the Certified Banquet Manager (CBM) offered by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute can be beneficial. Before becoming a Banquet Manager, a person may have roles such as a Banquet Server, Banquet Coordinator, or Restaurant Manager.

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Director of Catering & Events

  • Sodexo
  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • moments ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • moments ago

Role Overview Sodexo is seeking an exceptional Director of Catering & Events to oversee a highvisibility, highexpectation events portfolio within a major global technology workplace. This role...

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Catering Event Manager

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stanford, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 1 day ago

ABOUT STANFORD UNIVERSITY AND RESIDENTIAL & DINING ENTERPRISES: Stanford University is one of the world's leading teaching and research universities. Founded in 1891, Stanford's mission is to...

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Sr Meeting & Events Coordinator onsite in Santa Clara, CA

  • CBRE
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a significant contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart...

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Director of Catering & Event Sales

  • Sodexo S A
  • San Jose, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 4 days ago

What You Bring Proven success in catering sales, event sales, or hospitality business development with a strong revenuegeneration track record A proactive, hunterstyle sales approach with the ability...

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Marketing Events Coordinator

  • Ivy Park
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Marketing Coordinator Must have event planning experience Pay Range: $24-26 hr Ellore Senior Living is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus. Managed by...

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Faculty Programs and Events Coordinator - Direct hire

  • Talent Software Services, Inc
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago

This position will provide event planning and coordination for a variety of programs, workshops, and events; communications support; and administrative and financial support. This position will be...

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Faculty Programs and Events Coordinator

  • Avispa
  • Stanford, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Faculty Programs and Events Coordinator 1494493 Hourly pay: $40/hr Worksite: Leading university (Stanford, CA 94305 - Hybrid) W2 Employment, Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement Savings...

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Catering Manager 78K to 88K Fremont Marriott

  • Premier Project Management
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 days ago

As the Catering Sales Manager, you will lead the sales efforts for catered events--including corporate meetings, social gatherings, and weddings--by building strong client relationships, executing seamless...

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Faculty Programs and Events Coordinator

  • VIVA
  • Stanford, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 7 days ago

This position will provide event planning and coordination for a variety of programs, workshops and events; communications support; and administrative and financial support. This position will be...

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Wedding Banquet Captain Event Manager

  • Wedgewood Weddings
  • San Jose, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 14 days ago

Are you passionate about creating amazing guest experiences in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? Join our team as a Banquet Captain at Wedgewood Weddings & Events! This role isn't just about...

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Banquet Captain

  • Highgate Hotels
  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Communicate problems/issues to the Banquet Manager, Banquet Supervisor, or the Food & Beverage Manager....

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Senior Event & Hospitality Manager (Catering & VIP Events)

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 28 days ago

Ensure operational excellence in complex environments by consistently delivering high-quality events that exceed standards for hospitality, food quality, presentation, and service, while successfully...

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Sales and Catering Coordinator

  • HHM Hospitality
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Opportunity: Sales and Catering Coordinator Performs administrative functions in support of property sales and catering team in an effort to provide timely and accurate service to...

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Director Of Catering - Ebc - Santa Clara, CA

  • Compass Group
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 /year Pay Grade: 13 Other Forms of Compensation: As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with...

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Catering Supervisor

  • Compass Group
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Levy Sector Position Title: Catering Supervisor - Stanford Athletics Pay Range : 26.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition...

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Salary for Banquet Manager Jobs in San Jose, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Banquet Managers in San Jose, CA 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 Managers in San Jose, CA
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%



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