Assistant Director of Catering and Events - Hilton San Jose

Hilton • San Jose, CA

4d • $100,000 - $110,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The beautiful Hilton San Jose, a Hilton corporate -managed property that boasts 354 guest rooms and 26,000+ square feet of meeting and event space. We’re seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Catering & Events to join our team! This is an exciting opportunity to drive sales for large local corporate events, oversee forecasting and budgeting, and lead a talented team of three.

Requirements

• A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality.
• Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing.
• Inspiring others through Leadership.
• A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes.
• A sense of Ownership and accountability.
• A focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategic initiatives: Assist in driving innovative catering strategies and continuously refining processes to deliver high quality, best-in-class experiences
• Provide hands-on leadership: Assist in leading catering operations, ensuring strong and consistent engagement with internal stakeholders, team members, guests, and suppliers
• Serve as a catering SME: Apply industry expertise and best practices, stay current on event trends, and represent Hilton in professional associations
• Partner in sales support efforts: Assist with the sales process and participate in client site inspections to drive catering business growth and ensure that all catering solutions align with Hilton's standards
• Support financial management: Assist with overseeing budgets, forecasting, and cost reporting while optimizing staffing, space usage, and resource allocation
• Champion company culture: Support a collaborative, high-performing team by embodying Hilton’s values, fostering a guest- and team member-centric environment, and actively engaging with colleagues through meaningful interactions
• Develop and guide talent: Assist in talent development by supporting career growth initiatives, mentoring team members, and maintaining an open-door policy to foster engagement, resolve conflicts, and ensure a productive work environment

Benefits

• Discounted parking
• Complimentary Lunch daily
• Discounted dry cleaning for work attire
• 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) with a 15% discount
• Paid parental leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Personalized caregiving concierge services
• Crisis concierge for practical support and emotional care
• Free counseling and support through Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Health & welfare benefits (including checkups, dental cleanings, glasses)
• Retirement plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed