Catering & Conference Services Manager

CoralTree Hospitality • Sedona, AZ

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About The Position

This position contributes to the properties success by generating leads and converting them to sales with a heavy concentration in the wedding, local and social market. This position will be responsible for contracting and closing wedding, local, and social catering business.

Requirements

• Extraordinary networking and client relation skills and good knowledge of the local catering market, including the wedding market and social market.
• Extensive knowledge of Food and; Beverage etiquette, guest relations, and service standards.
• Must have computer skills and exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be well organized, have a strong attention to detail, and the ability to direct others and lead by example.
• Sales oriented and exceptional interpersonal skills to provide overall guest satisfaction.
• Four (4) year degree or equivalent of education and experience.
• Previous F&B catering event management experience required, preferably in an upscale hotel/resort/wedding market.

Responsibilities

• Produce and manage sales based on leads via incoming phone calls, email inquiries, or internal referrals with the purpose of converting the lead to a sale.
• Identify, qualify, and solicit new catering business to achieve revenue goals.
• Produce sales based on previous clients renewing annual events.
• Meet and greet clients, conduct property tours, and promote facilities and services.
• Conduct site inspections with potential clients, visiting guest rooms, meeting space, and catering facilities, as well as other property facilities.
• Distribute, to the necessary departments, detailed information relative to catering activities.
• Assist in menu planning, preparation, and pricing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level