Banquet Manager JN -072026-178990

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Company holidays

Ongoing training

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting in Odessa, TX seeks a Banquet Manager to oversee all banquet operations for a busy hotel and conference center. You will lead a team of 3+ full-time staff and coordinate with culinary and sales teams to deliver seamless events.

The role emphasizes guest service, operational efficiency, payroll and schedule management, and strict safety standards to ensure exceptional experiences for high-profile clients.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Banquet management

Team leadership

Scheduling

Payroll

Staff evaluation

Guest service

Operations management

Food handlers

Communication

Tools

Hospitality scheduling software

Reporting tools

Job description

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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$70,000 - $80,000