Banquet Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL

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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Seasonal Senior Banquet Manager

  • Compass Group
  • Highland Park, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Highland Park, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

management experience is required Comprehensive food and wine knowledge....

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Banquet Supervisor

  • Compass Group
  • Highland Park, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Highland Park, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position Title: Banquet Supervisor - Ravinia Music Festival Pay Range : $25.00 to $28.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search...

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Catering Operations Manager - Deerfield, IL

  • Compass Group
  • Deerfield, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Deerfield, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position Title: CATERING OPERATIONS MANAGER - DEERFIELD, IL Salary: $70000 - $75000 / year As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding...

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Executive Assistant & Events Coordinator

  • Creative Financial Staffing
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

multitask in a busy, high-energy environment Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Positive, team-oriented, and adaptable attitude Preferred Experience for the Executive Operations Coordinator Front-of-house...

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Restaurant Events Coordinator

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

milestone occasions Social gatherings and private dining experiences What Were Looking For 3+ years of special events experience in an upscale or fine dining environment Fluency in Tripleseat and OpenTable...

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Banquet Manager

  • Chicago Athletic Association
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

The Banquet Manager ensures that each event is executed efficiently, managing operations....

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Private Events Coordinator

  • Arcis Golf
  • Lemont, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lemont, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Club Location: Ruffled Feathers Golf Club - Lemont, IL Arcis Golf team members thrive on anticipating needs, forging connections, and elevating experiences for our team, members, and guests. We...

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Catering Coordinator

  • Jarabe Mexican Street Food
  • Lyons, IL (10 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lyons, IL (10 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Jarabe catering is looking for a new catering coordinator for our commercial kitchen facility. We are looking for someone, who is enthusiastic about...

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Senior Banquets Manager

  • Marriott Hotels & Resorts
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago

Ensuring and Providing Exceptional Customer Service Sets a positive example for guest relations. Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels....

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Complex Director of Banquets and Events

  • Pyramid Hotel Group
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 days ago

of: Banquet Managers Event Coordinators Service Staff Drive a culture of accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement Oversee staffing models, scheduling, and labor efficiency across...

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Institute Support and Events Coordinator

  • Wheaton College
  • Wheaton, IL (24 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (24 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Institute Support & Events Coordinator Wheaton College Billy Graham Center (WCBGC) Job Overview The Institute Support and Events Coordinator provide execution-focused administrative and logistical...

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Meeting and Events Coordinator

  • CBRE
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago

Meeting and Events Coordinator CBRE - 3.6 Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time $26.45 - $31.25 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Vendor relationship building Equipment...

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Catering Coordinator

  • Trump Hotel Collection
  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 days ago

Catering Sales preferred. LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES Ability to obtain any government required license or certificate. GROOMING All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance....

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Special Events Manager

  • Rush University Medical Center
  • Chicago, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 18 days ago

Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: RMC Medical Student Progs-RMC Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and...

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Events Coordinator

  • Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile
  • Chicago, IL
  • 21 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 21 days ago

Events Coordinator Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile - 3.5 Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time $25.50 - $26.50 an hour 9 hours ago Qualifications Entry level Full Job Description Property...

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Salary for Banquet Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Banquet Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Banquet Managers in Chicago, IL 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 Chicago, IL
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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