Banquet Director Jobs in Washington

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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Catering Lead

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 1 day ago

CATERING LEAD Location 915 SE 164th Avenue, Vancouver, Washington, 98683, United States of America Category Restaurant Team Members Job Id 1...50 Come Join Panera Bread- an award-winning leader in...

Catering Coordinator, Climate Pledge Arena

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

The opportunity Delaware North Sportservice is hiring for a part-time Catering Coordinator to join our team at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington. As a Catering Coordinator, you will be...

Catering Coordinator

  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago

Catering Coordinator Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 7,573 current hospitality jobs what where Catering Coordinator...

Conference & Events Coordinator

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

Conference & Events Coordinator - Exciting Opportunity in Seattle! Dress Code: Business Casual Parking: No free parking onsite Are you passionate about delivering exceptional client service and...

Community Engagement & Events Coordinator VISTA

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

Community Engagement & Events Coordinator VISTA Help facilitate community connections by doing outreach in local communities, coordinating volunteers, and organizing various HIP events. This...

Public Events Coordinator

  • Pacific Beach, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Pacific Beach, WA
  • 6 days ago

Public Events Coordinator Department: Public Events Location: Pacific Beach, WA Summary Description: Seabrook Hospitality is a provider of premier event services, dedicated to delivering...

Banquet Captain

  • Stevenson, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Stevenson, WA
  • 8 days ago

Property About Us At Pyramid Global Hospitality, people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work...

Banquet Captain

  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Cle Elum, WA
  • 8 days ago

Overview As a Banquet Captain with Suncadia, you'll be responsible for leading the Banquets team in all functions, including set-up, service, and breakdown. With a passion for service and the...

NWPB Education and Events Coordinator

  • Richland, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Richland, WA
  • 8 days ago

The Opportunity: As the NWPB Education and Events Coordinator, you will support Northwest Public Broadcastings (NWPB) Education and Community Engagement initiatives by administering...

NWPB Education and Events Coordinator

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

Online applications must be received before 12:00am on: March 16, 2025 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details. Available Title(s): 107I-YN_CS_NPS -...

Travel and Events Coordinator

  • Olympia, WA
  • 11 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 11 days ago

Works on projects in support of varying government contracts, including general project oversight to support the Project/Program Manager. Assist in the writing, updating, and submitting contract...

Assistant Director of Banquets

  • Seattle, WA
  • 14 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 14 days ago

In the absence of the Banquet Director, the Assistant Banquet Director will require to attend Banquet Event Meetings, Pre-Conference meetings, Resume meetings and labor meetings....

On-site Sales and Events Coordinator

  • Everett, WA
  • 15 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 15 days ago

Delta Hotels by Marriott Seattle Everett 3105 Pine Street Everett, WA 98201 ONSITE SALES & EVENTS COORDINATOR The Delta Hotel by Marriott Seattle Everett is seeking an onsite Sales & Events...

Catering Director - Ridgefield, WA

  • Ridgefield, WA
  • 16 days ago
  • Ridgefield, WA
  • 16 days ago

Eurest Salary: $85000- $90000 /year Pay Grade: 13 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...

Function Manager II-IT Operations

  • Spokane, WA
  • 16 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 16 days ago

Where you will work Clearwater Paper is a premier independent supplier of paperboard packaging products to North American converters. Headquartered in Spokane, Washington, our team produces...

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Salary for Banquet Director Jobs in Washington

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Banquet Directors in Washington 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 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%