Director of Catering

DoubleTree by Hilton Deerfield Beach Boca Raton • Deerfield Beach, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Optimize catering sales and achieve guest satisfaction in accordance with established guest service and sustainability standards.

Requirements

• 3-5 years related sales experience in hospitality industry
• Knowledge of food/wine is essential.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview, select, train, schedule, coach, and support associates, ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with HHM core values.
• Analyze banquet event orders, to ensure that all room set-ups, equipment, supplies, staffing and menus meet/exceed customer's expectations.
• Recommend, implement, monitor, and control the banquet budget and coordinate with event budgets to maximize revenue and minimize expenses.
• Develop and implement, in conjunction with sales and convention services, special packages, and create new menus and themes within corporate guidelines.
• Ensure cash handling policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Monitor and control the maintenance of the meeting space 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: Director
• Education Level: Associate degree