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Director of Banquets - Palm Beach - Luxury Property - Start Soon
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Director of Banquets – Luxury Boutique Hotel
Career Staffing Talent (CST) is partnering with a
luxury boutique hotel in Palm Beach
to recruit a
Director of Banquets . It's one of Palm Beach’s premier destinations for high‑end events, weddings, galas, and celebrations.
This is a high‑impact leadership role overseeing all banquet operations, event execution, staff performance, and guest experience across the hotel’s elegant venues. The ideal candidate brings luxury hospitality experience, polished service standards, and the ability to develop and inspire a high‑performing banquet team.
About The Opportunity This position is ideal for a banquet leader who thrives in fast‑paced luxury environments and wants the autonomy to elevate service standards, guest satisfaction, and operational excellence. You will manage the entire banquet experience—from pre‑event planning to flawless execution and post‑event reporting—while working closely with culinary, catering, events, and hotel leadership.
Compensation $110,000 base salary + commission structure
Commission opportunities are tied to banquet performance, giving the Director meaningful upside based on department success.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise, train, and lead the banquet team to ensure maximum efficiency and outstanding guest satisfaction
Coordinate, organize, and execute all banquet and catering functions according to BEOs and hotel standards
Ensure all event details—menus, room setup, service flow, special requests, VIP needs—are executed flawlessly
Conduct pre‑function meetings and oversee all setups, buffets, bars, and staff assignments
Monitor staff performance and service pacing throughout events
Guest Relations & Service Excellence
Greet hosts and guests; ensure a polished, luxury‑level guest experience
Anticipate needs and respond promptly to guest requests or concerns
Resolve issues following hotel service standards and guest recovery procedures
Operational Oversight
Manage supplies, inventory, banquet equipment, linens, and storage
Process billing, finalize charges, and follow cashiering procedures
Complete function recaps, closing duties, and communication with all departments
Staff Management & Training
Hire, train, coach, and evaluate banquet staff
Prepare weekly schedules, monitor labor costs, and oversee payroll and tip distribution
Uphold grooming standards and high‑service expectations
Coordinate closely with culinary, stewarding, catering, engineering, and event teams
Review menus, equipment needs, service timing, and special arrangements with the Chef and Stewarding teams
Safety, Compliance & Standards
Maintain banquet service standards, emergency protocols, and safety procedures
Ensure confidentiality of guest and hotel information
Submit maintenance requests and ensure banquet spaces meet hotel standards
Qualifications
5+ years of banquet service experience in a luxury venue
2–3 years of banquet management experience in high‑end hospitality
Expertise in reading and executing Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)
Strong leadership, communication, and service recovery skills
Knowledge of food & beverage service styles, liquor laws, and banquet logistics
Proficiency with banquet systems and Microsoft Office
Food handling certificate & alcohol service certification
Ability to stand, walk, and lift 30–50 lbs as required
Confidential Inquiry If you’re an experienced banquet leader with luxury hospitality experience—and you’re looking for a role with responsibility, visibility, and financial upside—this is an exceptional opportunity.
All inquiries are handled with
strict confidentiality .
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Hospitality, Food and Beverage Services, and Hotels and Motels
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Career Staffing Talent by 2x.
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Palm Beach, FL .
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luxury boutique hotel in Palm Beach
to recruit a
Director of Banquets . It's one of Palm Beach’s premier destinations for high‑end events, weddings, galas, and celebrations.
This is a high‑impact leadership role overseeing all banquet operations, event execution, staff performance, and guest experience across the hotel’s elegant venues. The ideal candidate brings luxury hospitality experience, polished service standards, and the ability to develop and inspire a high‑performing banquet team.
About The Opportunity This position is ideal for a banquet leader who thrives in fast‑paced luxury environments and wants the autonomy to elevate service standards, guest satisfaction, and operational excellence. You will manage the entire banquet experience—from pre‑event planning to flawless execution and post‑event reporting—while working closely with culinary, catering, events, and hotel leadership.
Compensation $110,000 base salary + commission structure
Commission opportunities are tied to banquet performance, giving the Director meaningful upside based on department success.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise, train, and lead the banquet team to ensure maximum efficiency and outstanding guest satisfaction
Coordinate, organize, and execute all banquet and catering functions according to BEOs and hotel standards
Ensure all event details—menus, room setup, service flow, special requests, VIP needs—are executed flawlessly
Conduct pre‑function meetings and oversee all setups, buffets, bars, and staff assignments
Monitor staff performance and service pacing throughout events
Guest Relations & Service Excellence
Greet hosts and guests; ensure a polished, luxury‑level guest experience
Anticipate needs and respond promptly to guest requests or concerns
Resolve issues following hotel service standards and guest recovery procedures
Operational Oversight
Manage supplies, inventory, banquet equipment, linens, and storage
Process billing, finalize charges, and follow cashiering procedures
Complete function recaps, closing duties, and communication with all departments
Staff Management & Training
Hire, train, coach, and evaluate banquet staff
Prepare weekly schedules, monitor labor costs, and oversee payroll and tip distribution
Uphold grooming standards and high‑service expectations
Coordinate closely with culinary, stewarding, catering, engineering, and event teams
Review menus, equipment needs, service timing, and special arrangements with the Chef and Stewarding teams
Safety, Compliance & Standards
Maintain banquet service standards, emergency protocols, and safety procedures
Ensure confidentiality of guest and hotel information
Submit maintenance requests and ensure banquet spaces meet hotel standards
Qualifications
5+ years of banquet service experience in a luxury venue
2–3 years of banquet management experience in high‑end hospitality
Expertise in reading and executing Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)
Strong leadership, communication, and service recovery skills
Knowledge of food & beverage service styles, liquor laws, and banquet logistics
Proficiency with banquet systems and Microsoft Office
Food handling certificate & alcohol service certification
Ability to stand, walk, and lift 30–50 lbs as required
Confidential Inquiry If you’re an experienced banquet leader with luxury hospitality experience—and you’re looking for a role with responsibility, visibility, and financial upside—this is an exceptional opportunity.
All inquiries are handled with
strict confidentiality .
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Hospitality, Food and Beverage Services, and Hotels and Motels
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Career Staffing Talent by 2x.
Get notified about new Banquet Director jobs in
Palm Beach, FL .
#J-18808-Ljbffr