Director of Catering Jobs in Washington

A Director of Catering in the hospitality industry oversees all aspects of a catering operation, including planning, coordinating, and executing events of various sizes and themes. They are responsible for managing staff, budgeting, ensuring customer satisfaction, and liaising with vendors and venue management. Additionally, they may also have to design menus, negotiate contracts, and develop marketing strategies to promote the business. A significant part of their role also involves building and maintaining relationships with clients. They must ensure that the service delivered is of the highest standard and meets the specific requirements of each client.

For this role, an individual must possess excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills, along with a strong understanding of food and beverage management. They should be adept at problem-solving, have an eye for detail and be able to work under pressure. Knowledge of safety and health regulations is also essential. A degree in hospitality management, certifications from professional catering associations, and familiarity with catering software are usually preferred. Prior to becoming a Director of Catering, an individual may have roles such as Catering Manager, Event Planner, or Food and Beverage Manager, providing them with necessary industry experience.

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Banquet Supervisor

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 45+ days ago

Banquet Supervisor Job Reference Number: 30022 Employment Type: Part-Time, Onsite Segment: Dining & Events Brand: Lancer-Hospitality State: Washington (US-WA) The Role at a glance: We are looking...

Banquet & Catering Manager

  • Snoqualmie, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Snoqualmie, WA
  • 2 days ago

Banquet Manager | Salish Lodge & Spa 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 Salary Range: $82,000-$85,000...

Banquet Captain

  • Woodinville, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodinville, WA
  • 2 days ago

Banquet Captain | The SOMM. Hotel & Spa In the new heart of Woodinville the beauty of the Pacific Northwest meets its newest destination, The Somm. Hotel and Spa. The Somm. is set to open in...

Banquet Manager

  • Shelton, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Shelton, WA
  • 2 days ago

Requirements High School Diploma or GED required Minimum of five years of experience in Food and Beverage management, with at least 2 years in Banquet and Catering Must be able to pass a background...

Banquet Captain

  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago

Overview Overview We are Porter, a progressive venture from the One Workplace family headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Were here to create thoughtful human-centered spaces that foster...

Catering Coordinator

  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 days ago

Catering Coordinator **Location:** SEATTLE PACIFIC UNIVERSITY - 55941010 **Workdays/shifts** **_:_** Varying shifts, days/hours, and some weekends/holidays. More details will be provided during...

Catering Lead

  • Kennewick, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 5 days ago

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

Managing Director of Event Services

  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago

Job T i t l e : Managing D i r e c tor o f Event Ser v ic e s Departme n t : Event Operations Reports To : Assistant General Manager FL S A : Full-Time; Ex e mpt SUMMAR Y Uti l izing in i t i a t...

Banquet Captain

  • Seattle, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 9 days ago

Banquet Captain | Part-Time | Seattle Aquarium Location US-WA-Seattle Job ID 2025-23679 Location Name Seattle Aquarium Category Catering/Banquet/Event Sales Type Regular Part-Time Oak View Group...

Banquets Banquet Captain ($19.75+/Hour)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 9 days ago

Join us for an incredible opportunity to be a part of our **Banquet Team** at the **Hyatt Regency Seattle** as our **Banquet Captain!** Banquet Captains are experienced and the finest of banquet...

D/R Food Server/Banquet Captain

  • Fife, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Fife, WA
  • 9 days ago

Join our team as a Dual Rate Food Server/Banquet Captain in a fun, fast-paced environment with room to grow! FREE IIIB Gaming License! The Dual Rate Food Server/Banquet Captain assists in the...

NWPB Education and Events Coordinator

  • Pullman, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Pullman, WA
  • 9 days ago

NWPB Education and Events Coordinator** **Online applications must be received before 12:00am on:** April 2, 2025 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more...

Events Coordinator 3

  • Redmond, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 10 days ago

Coordinator Event Coordinator Redmond, WA Event Coordinator, Redmond, WA EVENTS COORDINATOR 3 BCforward Redmond, WA (Onsite) Contractor $20.00 - $24.00/Hour Job Details BCforward is currently...

Banquets Banquet Captain ($19.75 /Hour)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 10 days ago

Join us for an incredible opportunity to be a part of our Banquet Team at the Hyatt Regency Seattle as our Banquet Captain! Banquet Captains are experienced and the finest of banquet servers. This...

Banquet Captain Part-Time Seattle Aquarium

  • Seattle, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 10 days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

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Salary for Director of Catering Jobs in Washington

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Highest Education Level

Director of Caterings in Washington 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 Director of Caterings in Washington
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%