Catering Manager- NX

Crescent Careers•Houston, TX

11h

About The Position

This role involves overseeing the daily operations of the Catering Department, including inspecting and maintaining banquet and meeting spaces, developing sales presentations, and managing staff to ensure efficient service. The Catering Manager will also be responsible for soliciting new business, creating custom menus and themes, negotiating contracts, and maintaining client relationships. Clear communication with staff and clients, along with adherence to attendance policies, are essential. The position also requires performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

Experience in catering or a related field.
Sales and client interaction skills.
Contract negotiation and writing abilities.
Menu development and creation skills.
Staff scheduling and supervision experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to comply with attendance rules and work on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

Tour and inspect banquet and meeting space on a daily basis, reporting necessary repairs.
Develop and conduct persuasive verbal sales presentations to prospective clients.
Schedule and assign in detail, specific duties to all associates under supervision for the efficient operation of the Catering Department, coverage of functions in accordance with productivity standards.
Solicit new accounts and review previous banquet files to generate business.
Oversee service of group functions once they are in house.
Write banquet menus, memos, and send out amenities for VIP Guests.
Review and revise Catering Department, weekly events sheets and banquet event orders.
Formulate and make revisions to annual and monthly forecasts.
Negotiate, prepare and write contracts and enter information into the automated sales system.
Interact with clients to determine needs and direct staff accordingly.
Respond to telephone and walk-in inquiries of potential guests.
Create special themes and menus.
Communicate both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to staff.
Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
Perform any other job related duties as assigned.