Banquet Manager Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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.

1-10 of 10 Jobs

Banquet Captain

  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Promote positive guest relations and handle complaints and suggestions. Work closely with the kitchen to ensure food quality and presentation standards....

Catering Lead (Retail Clerk Lead)

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 7 days ago

Who We Are Located in the scenic Puget Sound area with nearby mountain ranges and Mount Rainier in the distance, Tacoma is surrounded by outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating...

Catering Lead

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 9 days ago

Who We Are Located in the scenic Puget Sound area with nearby mountain ranges and Mount Rainier in the distance, Tacoma is surrounded by outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating...

Catering Manager - Renton, WA

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 12 days ago

Salary: $78000 /year Pay Grade: 11 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 limitless...

Catering Coordinator

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 17 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a CATERING COORDINATOR position. Location : Boeing - North 8th and Logan Ave N., Renton, WA 98055. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full time...

Director of Event Services

  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 21 days ago

POSITION: Director of Event Services DEPARTMENT: Operations REPORTS TO: General Manager FLSA STATUS: Salaried/Exempt PAY RATE: $82,000 - 92,500 SUMMARY: ASM Global/SMG, the leader in privately...

Banquet Captain University of Puget Sound

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Banquet Captain | University of Puget Sound Let’s start off with the most important part - what’s in it for you: The Perks *Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status Hourly Pay Range: $22...

Banquet Captain (On-Call)

  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

Promote positive guest relations and handle complaints and suggestions. Work closely with the kitchen to ensure food quality and presentation standards....

Banquet Captain

  • Newcastle, WA (21 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Newcastle, WA (21 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

Work closely with the Banquet Manager and ensure his/her instructions are followed. Give clear directions to fellow team members involved in event execution....

Banquet Captain

  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Title: Banquet Captain Department: Catering Reports to: Food & Beverage Directors Supervises: Suite Attendants, Suite Runners, Bartenders, Barback, Buffet Cashier, Caterers FLAS Status: PT...

Demographic Data for Tacoma, WA

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Salary for Banquet Manager Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Banquet Managers in Tacoma, WA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.1%
Master's Degree
13.1%
High School or GED
12.0%
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 Managers in Tacoma, WA
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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