Catering Sales & Event Manager-Renaissance Raleigh Hotel

Concord Hospitality Enterprises•Raleigh, NC

6d•$57,057 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Catering Sales & Events Manager is responsible for generating social catering revenue while delivering exceptional event planning and execution for assigned groups. This position is 2 parts, first the position serves as the primary point of contact for social events from prospecting and contracting through planning, onsite execution, and post-event follow-up. In addition, this position will fully detail groups that are contracted and turned over by the Sales team. The role combines strategic sales, event management, client relationship management, and operational coordination to maximize revenue while creating memorable guest experiences.

Requirements

Hospitality Leadership
Catering Sales
Event Planning
Revenue Generation
Client Relationship Management
Operational Excellence
Problem Solving
Time Management
Team Collaboration

Responsibilities

Develop new social catering business. Attend networking events
Respond to inquiries, RFPs, conduct site tours, and negotiate social contracts.
Manage clients from contract through final billing, includes in person meetings.
Prepare Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), timelines, room diagrams, and event details.
Coordinate with Banquets, Culinary, Front Office, Housekeeping, Engineering, AV, and Sales.
Lead pre-conference meetings and oversee on-site event execution.
Maximize food & beverage, room rental, guest room, and ancillary revenue.
Revenue projections, review billing, and ensure guest satisfaction.
Manage CI/TY and other hotel systems accurately.
Conduct post-event follow-up to drive repeat and referral business.