Banquet Director Jobs in Naples, FL

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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Hotel Sales & Catering Manager - Franchise

  • Naples, FL
  • 15 days ago
  • Naples, FL
  • 15 days ago

Job Requirements Serves as the hotel representative to prospective clients and customers who need to rent rooms, meeting space, food and beverage service, etc. Responds to sales inquiries,...

Hotel Banquet Captain - Doubletree Naples

  • Naples, FL
  • 27 days ago
  • Naples, FL
  • 27 days ago

Compensation Amount: 18.00 USD Hourly Job Summary: Oversee set-up and clean-up, and facilitation for all banquet functions. Provides exceptional customer service for guests and clients. Job...

Hotel Sales & Catering Manager - Doubletree Naples

  • Naples, FL
  • 29 days ago
  • Naples, FL
  • 29 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Coordinate and manage facility's room and catering sales efforts....

Catering Lead

  • Estero, FL (18 miles from Naples, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Estero, FL (18 miles from Naples, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Meetings and Special Events Manager

  • Naples, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Naples, FL
  • 45+ days ago

OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 1 year experience in the event management, food and beverage...

Restaurant Catering Coordinator

  • Naples, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Naples, FL
  • 45+ days ago

Builds catering sales within the restaurant by performing customer call-backs and building customer relationships....

Banquet Manager

  • Naples, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Naples, FL
  • 60+ days ago

JOB SUMMARY Directs and motivates team while personally assisting in providing high quality service based on requirements and standards. Monitors and controls financial and administrative...

Banquet Captain

  • Naples, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Naples, FL
  • 90+ days ago

Pay: $21 per hour At Great Wolf, the Banquet Captain is responsible for ensuring the overall satisfaction for event and meeting guests. The Banquet Captain oversees a team of banquet set-up and...

Events Coordinator

  • Naples, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Naples, FL
  • 90+ days ago

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Senior Banquet Manager

  • Marco Island, FL (15 miles from Naples, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Marco Island, FL (15 miles from Naples, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 1 year experience in the event management, food and beverage...

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Salary for Banquet Director Jobs in Naples, FL

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Highest Education Level

Banquet Directors in Naples, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.0%
Master's Degree
13.1%
High School or GED
12.2%
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 Naples, FL
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%