Banquet Manager Jobs in Washington

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.

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Catering Lead

  • Richland, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Richland, WA
  • 2 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...

Campus Visit & Events Coordinator

  • Kirkland, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Kirkland, WA
  • 3 days ago

Campus Visit & Events Coordinator Position Details Job ID #25-010 DepartmentAdmissions Reports ToAssistant Director of Events & Operations Position Summary As a collaborative member of an...

City Hall Events Coordinator (LTE)

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 3 days ago

Do you have experience planning and coordinating medium to large scale community events? The City of Bellevue is looking for a limited term (up to three years employment) event coordinator to join...

Banquet Supervisor

  • Snoqualmie, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Snoqualmie, WA
  • 10 days ago

BEO Management: Collaborate with the Catering Sales Manager to ensure accurate creation, distribution, and updates of BEOs and Menus....

Events Coordinator 3

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 13 days ago

Events Coordinator 3 Job ID: 14621 Location: Bellevue College Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Temporary Position Summary Events Coordinator 3 plans, reserves locations, orders...

Head Chef/Catering Manager

  • Centralia, WA
  • 17 days ago
  • Centralia, WA
  • 17 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Associate's Degree or certificate in culinary arts, restaurant management, hotel and restaurant administration, or related field from an accredited institution; Six years of...

Banquets Captain - Summer 25

  • WA
  • 17 days ago
  • WA
  • 17 days ago

Manager Positions that report to this role: Catering support/frontline staff Location: Crystal Mountain, Washington Wage Range: 23.00-25.00 + tips JOB SUMMARY The banquet captain is responsible for...

Banquet Captain

  • Kent, WA
  • 18 days ago
  • Kent, WA
  • 18 days ago

This position is responsible for assisting the Food & Beverage Directors with the operation of the Front of House catering functions....

Catering Supervisor

  • Everett, WA
  • 22 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 22 days ago

Catering Supervisor | Part-Time | Angel of the Winds Arena Location US-WA-Everett Job ID 2025-22288 Location Name Angel of the Winds Arena Category Catering/Banquet/Event Sales Type Regular...

Food Services Director (SNF)

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 23 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 23 days ago

Description Job Details Job Type Full-time Bellevue, WA Description Mission Healthcare at Bellevue is hiring a Food Services Director to support their skilled nursing facility. The purpose of this...

Catering Supervisor Part-Time Angel of the Winds Arena

  • Everett, WA
  • 28 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 28 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 Captain- Full Time

  • Spokane, WA
  • 29 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 29 days ago

Job Summary As a Banquet Captain/Event Assistant, you will act as a right hand to our Banquet Manager and help them to supervise the setup, execution and tear down for our catered events....

Conference & Events Coordinator

  • Seattle, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Conference & Events Coordinator Exciting Opportunity in Seattle! Are you passionate about delivering exceptional client service and ensuring seamless event coordination? Do you thrive in a...

Community Engagement & Events Coordinator VISTA

  • Seattle, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 30+ 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
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pacific Beach, WA
  • 30+ 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...

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Salary for Banquet Manager Jobs in Washington

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Banquet Managers 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 Banquet Managers 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%



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