Director of Catering and Events Jobs
Director of Catering and Events jobs are open across hotels, resorts, convention centers, and private clubs, from senior coordinator to executive director level, with specializations in corporate events, weddings, and large-scale banquet operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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LEGENDS GLOBAL
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component — feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking — of world-class live events and venues.
The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sound like a winning formula for you? Join us!
THE ROLE
This position is responsible for providing administrative and operational support to the Catering, Banquets, and Culinary teams.
The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple administrative priorities in a fast-paced hospitality environment. This role supports efficient office operations, maintains accurate event documentation, and facilitates communication between departments to help ensure successful event preparation and execution.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provide daily administrative support to the Catering, Banquets, and Culinary departments.
- Organize, maintain, and distribute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and related event documentation to appropriate operational leaders.
- Prepare, update, and maintain BEO binders and event reference materials for Culinary and Banquet leadership.
- Review event documentation for completeness and communicate missing information or discrepancies to the appropriate department.
- Update digital menu boards, event signage, and related operational materials as directed.
- Make approved updates in the point-of-sale (POS) system for The Commons and on handheld POS devices for Banquets.
- Perform data entry, document preparation, filing, and general administrative tasks.
- Maintain organized electronic and physical records to support departmental operations.
- Access designated event management systems to review and reference event details within assigned permissions.
- Enter and update event consumption items in the designated event management system within assigned permissions.
- Assist with the preparation and distribution of menus, event materials, and internal communications.
- Coordinate with Catering, Banquets, and Culinary leadership to ensure administrative requests are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintain open communication with internal departments regarding event documentation, administrative needs, and operational updates.
- Handle confidential business and operational information professionally.
- Adhere to all Legends Global policies, procedures, and applicable workplace standards.
- Perform other related administrative duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Minimum one (1) year of administrative, clerical, or office support experience, preferably in a hospitality, catering, food and beverage, or event operations environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Additional education or certification in business administration, hospitality management, or a related field preferred.
- Must be detail-oriented and extremely organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
- Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate a commitment to customer service.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to learn new programs, event management systems, and administrative procedures quickly.
- Experience reviewing, organizing, and maintaining Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), menus, and event documentation preferred.
- Ability to accurately perform data entry, maintain records, and prepare administrative materials.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships and communicate professionally with Catering, Banquets, Culinary, and other operational departments.
- Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.
- Ability to read, speak, and write in English.
- Must be flexible to accommodate occasional schedule adjustments based on business requirements.
- Must have sufficient mobility to perform assigned administrative tasks, including walking throughout the facility, sitting, standing, and using standard office equipment.
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 pounds as necessary to perform assigned duties.
- Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations, and complete company-wide and job-specific safety training as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
COMPENSATION
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Location: On-Site
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands to finger, and handle controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.
LEGENDS GLOBAL
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component — feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking — of world-class live events and venues.
The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sound like a winning formula for you? Join us!
THE ROLE
This position is responsible for providing administrative and operational support to the Catering, Banquets, and Culinary teams.
The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple administrative priorities in a fast-paced hospitality environment. This role supports efficient office operations, maintains accurate event documentation, and facilitates communication between departments to help ensure successful event preparation and execution.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provide daily administrative support to the Catering, Banquets, and Culinary departments.
- Organize, maintain, and distribute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and related event documentation to appropriate operational leaders.
- Prepare, update, and maintain BEO binders and event reference materials for Culinary and Banquet leadership.
- Review event documentation for completeness and communicate missing information or discrepancies to the appropriate department.
- Update digital menu boards, event signage, and related operational materials as directed.
- Make approved updates in the point-of-sale (POS) system for The Commons and on handheld POS devices for Banquets.
- Perform data entry, document preparation, filing, and general administrative tasks.
- Maintain organized electronic and physical records to support departmental operations.
- Access designated event management systems to review and reference event details within assigned permissions.
- Enter and update event consumption items in the designated event management system within assigned permissions.
- Assist with the preparation and distribution of menus, event materials, and internal communications.
- Coordinate with Catering, Banquets, and Culinary leadership to ensure administrative requests are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintain open communication with internal departments regarding event documentation, administrative needs, and operational updates.
- Handle confidential business and operational information professionally.
- Adhere to all Legends Global policies, procedures, and applicable workplace standards.
- Perform other related administrative duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Minimum one (1) year of administrative, clerical, or office support experience, preferably in a hospitality, catering, food and beverage, or event operations environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Additional education or certification in business administration, hospitality management, or a related field preferred.
- Must be detail-oriented and extremely organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
- Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate a commitment to customer service.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to learn new programs, event management systems, and administrative procedures quickly.
- Experience reviewing, organizing, and maintaining Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), menus, and event documentation preferred.
- Ability to accurately perform data entry, maintain records, and prepare administrative materials.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships and communicate professionally with Catering, Banquets, Culinary, and other operational departments.
- Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.
- Ability to read, speak, and write in English.
- Must be flexible to accommodate occasional schedule adjustments based on business requirements.
- Must have sufficient mobility to perform assigned administrative tasks, including walking throughout the facility, sitting, standing, and using standard office equipment.
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 pounds as necessary to perform assigned duties.
- Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations, and complete company-wide and job-specific safety training as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
COMPENSATION
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Location: On-Site
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands to finger, and handle controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of catering and events jobs.
- Five or more years of catering or event management experience in a hotel or venue setting
- Demonstrated ability to manage and grow catering sales revenue
- Experience overseeing banquet operations and large-scale food and beverage events
- Proficiency with event management and property management software
- Strong contract negotiation and client relationship management skills
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, business, or a related field preferred
Tips for Your Director of Catering and Events Job Search
Quantify your event revenue on your resume
Hiring managers for this role want to see numbers: annual catering revenue you managed, average event size, and repeat client rates. Replace vague descriptions like 'oversaw events' with figures that show the scale of your operation.
Highlight cross-team coordination experience
Directors of catering and events are judged on their ability to align kitchen, sales, AV, and banquet teams simultaneously. Your resume should name specific departments you coordinated across, not just the events themselves.
Target listings by venue type, not just title
A luxury resort and a convention center use the same job title but expect very different backgrounds. Search for openings at venue types where your experience is strongest first, then expand outward to adjacent categories.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists director of catering and events openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a portfolio of event outcomes, not just photos
Bring documented results to interviews: client retention rates, upsell revenue from add-ons, and cost-per-head improvements. Interviewers in this field respond better to operational wins than to visuals alone.
Negotiate your base against room block volume
When discussing compensation, tie your ask to the annual room block or catering revenue you'll oversee. Properties measure director performance in revenue terms, so framing your value the same way strengthens your negotiating position.
Director of Catering and Events Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most director of catering and eventss?
The most active employers for director of catering and eventss right now are Hilton, Bon Appétit, and Troon, and the most openings are in California, Florida, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hotel groups and resort brands tend to post the highest volume of these roles year-round.
How many director of catering and events jobs are remote?
About 38% of director of catering and events openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most venue-based roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are corporate event sales and catering sales management, where client relationship work can happen off-site.
How do you become a director of catering and events?
Most directors of catering and events start in banquet coordinator, catering sales coordinator, or event planner roles and build up to senior coordinator or catering manager positions before moving into a director title. Along the way, gaining experience with revenue management, client contract negotiation, and cross-department operations significantly accelerates the path. A hospitality degree helps, but venues heavily prioritize demonstrated revenue results and venue-specific experience over credentials alone.
Can you get a director of catering and events job with limited experience?
Breaking into a director-level role with limited experience is difficult, but attainable with the right preparation. Focus on roles titled catering manager or senior events manager that carry director-level responsibilities without the title. Demonstrating ownership of a full event cycle, from client intake through post-event billing, matters more to hiring managers than years of service. Assistant director openings at smaller properties are also a practical entry point.
What does the director of catering and events interview process look like?
The interview process typically involves an initial phone screen with HR or a hiring manager, followed by one or two in-person rounds that often include a tour of the venue's event spaces. Expect scenario-based questions about handling simultaneous bookings, managing client escalations, and hitting revenue targets. Some properties ask candidates to present a sample sales approach or walk through how they would build out a catering program, so prepare a concrete example from your current role.
Where can I find and apply to director of catering and events jobs?
You can find and apply to director of catering and events jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and venue preferences, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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