Banquet Director Jobs in Mountain View, CA

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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Executive Briefing Center Catering Manager

  • Redwood City, CA (10 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Redwood City, CA (10 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Bon Appetit Salary: 70,000-72,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Pay Grade: 12 Our Passion is Food! At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding...

Director of Catering

  • Palo Alto, CA (5 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (5 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

The Key Responsibilities: Direct and supervise Catering Sales Managers and Executive Meeting Manager....

Executive Briefing Center Catering Manager

  • Redwood City, CA (13 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Redwood City, CA (13 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Salary: 70,000-72,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Pay Grade: 12 Our Passion is Food! At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon...

Captain Banquet

  • San Carlos, CA (13 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Carlos, CA (13 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Catering Lead

  • Union City, CA (12 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Union City, CA (12 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Banquet Captain - Signia by Hilton San Jose

  • San Jose, CA (10 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (10 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 13 days ago

The Signia San Jose is looking for their next talented Banquet Captain. If you have previous banquet experience of at least 1 year, previous supervisory experience, and are looking to grow within...

Catering Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA (7 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (7 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details We are hiring immediately for a CATERING MANAGER position. Location : ServiceNow, 2250 Lawson Drive, Santa Clara, CA 95054. Note: online...

Meeting & Events Coordinator

  • Mountain View, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 14 days ago

Meeting & Events Coordinator Job ID 213197 Posted 28-Mar-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Administrative, Customer Service Location(s) Mountain View - California...

Catering Event Manager

  • Burlingame, CA (20 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (20 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Catering Event Manager Taste Catering and Event Planning tastecatering MANAGEMENT PART-TIME 28-36/HR + TIPS BURLINGAME Front of House Service Manager for Bay Area Events On-Site Catering Event Manager...

Catering Event Manager (Google Campus)

  • San Jose, CA (10 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (10 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 19 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a Catering Event Manager position. Location : Onsite. Schedule :Monday - Friday, flexibility required based on bussines needs (May require some weekends) Pay Range:...

Banquet Supervisor Full-Time Excite Ballpark

  • San Jose, CA (10 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (10 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 60+ 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...

Banquet Manager

  • Sunnyvale, CA (2 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (2 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Grow with us... Life at SH is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can't do it alone. That's why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and...

Banquet Captain (On-Call) - Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Clara Silicon Valley

  • Santa Clara, CA (7 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (7 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 29 days ago

The Embassy Suites Santa Clara is seeking an experienced Banquet Captain who can expertly execute our banquet events. This role may involve leading team members through coaching and providing...

Banquet Captain- Part Time/On Call

  • Sunnyvale, CA (2 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (2 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Grow with us... Life at SH is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can't do it alone. That's why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and...

Catering Manager

  • Stanford, CA (6 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (6 miles from Mountain View, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

We are hiring immediately for a CATERING MANAGER position. Location : Stanford Graduate School of Business, 655 Knight Way, Stanford, CA 94305. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule :...

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Salary for Banquet Director Jobs in Mountain View, CA

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Highest Education Level

Banquet Directors in Mountain View, CA 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 Mountain View, 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%