Assistant Director of Catering

Hersha Hospitality Management LP • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Optimize catering sales and achieve guest satisfaction in accordance with established guest service and sustainability standards. The role includes supporting catering operations, event execution, budgeting, menu and package development, and the maintenance of meeting spaces and equipment. The stated growth path is Director of Food & Beverage or Director of Sales.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of related sales experience in the hospitality industry.
• Knowledge of food and wine is essential.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview, select, train, schedule, coach, and support associates, ensuring they perform according to established brand or hotel standards and HHM core values.
• Analyze banquet event orders to ensure room set-ups, equipment, supplies, staffing, and menus meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Recommend, implement, monitor, and control the banquet budget, and coordinate with event budgets to maximize revenue and minimize expenses.
• Develop and implement special packages in conjunction with sales and convention services, and create new menus and themes within corporate guidelines.
• Ensure cash handling policies and procedures are followed.
• Monitor and control maintenance of meeting spaces and equipment to protect hotel assets and ensure a safe work environment.
• Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment, and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

What This Job Offers

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