Banquet & Events Operations Manager

Goodwin Recruiting; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and company holidays

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive, team-oriented environment

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a talented Banquet Manager for a prestigious hotel and conference center in Odessa, TX. The ideal candidate will oversee banquet operations, ensuring high service standards while managing a team for various events.

Responsibilities include recruiting and training staff, scheduling, and liaising with culinary teams. A competitive salary of $70,000 - $80,000 is offered along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of banquet or event management experience.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong focus on guest service and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all banquet operations for multiple events.
• Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate banquet staff.
• Coordinate with culinary and service teams for successful events.
• Manage scheduling, payroll, and tip distribution.

Skills

Event management

Leadership

Guest service

Communication

Tools

Hospitality software

Job description

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Banquet Manager – Odessa, TX

Join a leading hospitality group dedicated to excellence in guest experience and events management. This is an exciting opportunity to oversee banquet operations for a bustling hotel and conference center known for its high standards and attentive service. Be part of a collaborative team serving high-profile clients, with the chance to make a direct impact on memorable events.

Banquet Manager Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and ongoing training
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
  
  

Banquet Manager Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of banquet or event management experience
• Food Handlers
• Proven ability to lead, train, and manage a team of 3 or more full-time associates
• Demonstrated experience with scheduling, payroll, and staff evaluation
• Strong focus on guest service and operational efficiency
  
  

Banquet Manager Preferred Background & Skills

• Experience managing large-scale events or conferences
• Familiarity with hospitality software for scheduling and reporting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with sales and culinary departments
  
  

Banquet Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Oversee all banquet operations, including setup, service, and breakdown of events
• Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate banquet staff, maintaining high service standards
• Prepare schedules, payroll, wage progress reports, and manage tip distribution
• Coordinate with culinary and service teams to ensure smooth event execution
• Uphold safety, sanitation, and loss prevention standards in all service areas
• Maintain open communication with sales, culinary, and management teams
• Monitor and control costs while ensuring exceptional guest experiences
  
  

If you’re passionate about hospitality, thrive in a dynamic environment, and excel at leading teams to deliver top-tier events, we invite you to apply and help shape unforgettable experiences for our valued guests.

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Claudia Pierro

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, $70,000 - $80,000,