Top 35 Event director Jobs in Washington, Dc

Director of Catering
DC Taste —Washington, DC
- $105,000 a year
- Email
- 3 years
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Director, Programs – Youth Camps & Events
Headfirst Companies —Washington, DC
- $120,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Office
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Director, Special Events & Sponsorships
SOME, Inc. —Washington, DC
- $104,707.00 - $110,718.90 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- 5 years
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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DIRECTOR OF EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE SERVICES - Pipeline - Washington DC
Compass Corporate —Washington, DC
- $130,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Director of Event Operations
Marriott International, Inc —Washington, DC
- $106,000 - $139,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Mid-level
- Hotel
Director – Corporate Events
Alive Entertainment of DC Throw Social DC —Washington, DC
- $75,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Mentoring
- Flexible schedule
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LaJoy Creative is hiring: Director of Events & Operations
ATH Solutions Inc. —Washington, DC
- $130,000 - $160,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Remote
- Google Workspace
- Presentation skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Cell phone reimbursement
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Director, Events and Strategic Engagement
Center for European Policy Analysis —Washington, DC
- $120,000 - $150,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 7 years
- Supervising experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Director of Catering
The Potomac Hotel —Washington, DC
- $125,000 - $135,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Research
- High school diploma or GED
- Analysis skills
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Director, Catering & Special Events
MILKEN INSTITUTE —Washington, DC
- $110,000 - $135,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
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Associate Director, Meeting Planning and Event Technology
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. —Rockville, MD
- $114,200 - $248,700 a year
- Extended hours
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Paid jury duty
- Commuter assistance
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Deputy Director, Programming (Hopkins Bloomberg Center)
Johns Hopkins University —Washington, DC
- $73,300 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Sales
- Office
Executive Director of University Events and Operations
George Mason University —Fairfax, VA
- Online Application
- Microsoft Outlook
- 3 years
- Driver's License
Director of Events
GEORGETOWN PREPARATORY SCHOOL MASTER —Rockville, MD
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Google Workspace
- 7 years
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DIRECTOR, SITE EVENTS & ACTIVATIONS
Flik Hospitality Group —Gaithersburg, MD
- $105,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 7 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Director of Event Planning
Marriott International, Inc —Washington, DC
- $94,000 - $123,000 a year
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuous improvement
- Business Administration
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Director, Events, Sponsorships, & Partnerships
CoStar Group —Arlington, VA
- Extended hours
- 7 years
- Microsoft Excel
- Research
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
Assistant Director of Convention Services
Omni Hotels & Resorts —Washington, DC
- $95,000 - $105,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
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Director of Catering Sales - National Geographic Museum
Levy Sector —Washington, DC
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Marketing
- Bachelor's degree
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Director, Events & Engagement
The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington —North Bethesda, MD
- $90,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Office
- Organizational skills
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Director of Catering

DC Taste
Washington, DC

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Job Details

Full-time
$105,000 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Event accessibility planning
Teamwork
Event technology integration
Event visual design
Team development
Event guest experience design
Managing projects
Productivity software
Marketing operations
Delegation
Event sales

Full Job Description

Taste Gourmet

Director of Catering

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer | Department: Event Planning & Sales | Status: Exempt, Full-Time

Bring the WOW

Taste Gourmet brings exceptional, chef-driven catering to clients across the Washington, DC metro area. We're redefining what catering can be in this city — extraordinary food, hospitality-first service, and flawless execution at every event, every time. We're looking for a Director of Sales & Events who shares that ambition and wants to lead the team that makes it happen.

About the Role

As Director of Sales & Events, you'll lead our Sales & Planning team and own the client experience from first inquiry through flawless event execution. You'll build a collaborative, high-performing culture that hits ambitious sales goals without ever losing sight of the hospitality that sets Taste Gourmet apart.

You'll drive new business development, shape proposals and pricing strategy alongside the COO and CEO, and manage the full sales pipeline — with a clear mandate: grow annual revenue by hitting and exceeding individual and team targets. You'll deepen our venue and partner relationships, build new strategic partnerships, coach Event Planners to convert more inquiries into bookings, and spot upsell opportunities that elevate every client's event.

You'll also lead sales, marketing, and business development strategy across both of our brands, DC Taste and B. Lin Catering, keeping our positioning sharp and consistent as we grow.

This role is best suited to someone with a genuine passion for food and hospitality — someone who can speak fluently about menus, beverage pairings, event logistics, and where the industry is heading, and who brings that expertise into every proposal and every client conversation.

What You'll Do

Sales & Revenue Leadership

Own annual revenue goals for Taste Gourmet and manage company-wide sales targets
Structure and manage the event team, delegating inquiries and tasks across Planners
Shape pricing strategy for new and custom menu items alongside the CEO and Head Chef
Lead sales team meetings and drive continuous improvement of the sales process

Partnerships & Business Development

Build and grow venue relationships and strategic partnerships across the DC area
Grow our corporate client base and corporate partnerships
Identify new business opportunities through networking and by uncovering ways to add value to existing clients' events
Represent Taste Gourmet at key industry events, tastings, and select weddings

Team & Operations

Coordinate closely with the Head Chef and Operations Manager to ensure seamless event execution
Oversee front-of-house staffing for B. Lin
Mentor and invest in the professional growth of the Sales & Planning team, including bi-annual reviews and goal-setting
Hire and train new Events team members as the business grows

What You Bring

3+ years as an event planner, or comparable experience
3+ years managing a team
5+ years in food, beverage, or hospitality
A proven track record of hitting and exceeding sales targets
Sharp communication skills — you can translate a client's vision into clear direction for the kitchen and operations teams
The ability to juggle multiple projects at once while keeping the big picture in view
Working knowledge of Total Party Planner or comparable event planning software
Comfort with Google Suite and Microsoft Office

Why Taste Gourmet

Base salary is $72,000, plus commission ($40,000-$55,000 extra Avg)
Health care coverage
Life insurance and disability benefits
Paid time off and holidays
A seat at the table shaping strategy for two growing DC catering brands
Regular hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Some evenings and weekends will be required mainly to supervise your own events.
How to Apply:
Through Indeed or send your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience in high-volume or event catering to [email protected] with the subject line "Sous-Chef Application.
Taste Gourmet, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Pay: $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off

Application Question(s):

How many years of Team Leadership do you have?

Experience:

catering sales: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Washington, DC 20002 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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