Catering Sales Manager
About The Position
The Catering Sales Manager drives sales and generates revenue by selling the hotel’s catering services. The role builds and maintains client relationships, identifies client needs, and provides tailored solutions. Working collaboratively with culinary and event teams, the manager develops customized menus and event plans, conducts site visits, and presents proposals that showcase the venue. The position also monitors industry trends and competitors to identify new business opportunities, provides exceptional customer service to support seamless event execution, and represents the hotel and its offerings to prospective clients. The role is based at Hotel Beauden, Autograph Collection, a luxury boutique hotel in Downtown Orlando’s Arts District with dining, lounge, spa, pool, and event spaces. The position is suited to a detail-oriented, creative sales professional who can succeed in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
Requirements
- Proven sales track record, preferably in hospitality or the events industry.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
- Creativity and innovation in developing unique event concepts.
- Proficiency with sales and CRM software.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, business, or a related field is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Drive sales and generate revenue by selling catering services.
- Build and maintain client relationships, understand client needs, and provide tailored solutions.
- Collaborate with culinary and event teams to develop customized menus and event plans.
- Conduct site visits and present proposals to clients, showcasing the venue’s offerings.
- Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to identify new business opportunities.
- Provide exceptional customer service and help ensure seamless event execution.
- Promote the hotel and its offerings to potential clients as a brand ambassador.
Benefits
- Multiple tiers of medical coverage.
- Dental and vision coverage.
- 24/7 Teledoc service.
- Free maintenance medications.
- Pet insurance.
- Hotel discounts.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick, bereavement, and holidays.
- 401(k) match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
