Director of Catering

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts•Surfside, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club is seeking a Director of Catering to join their dynamic Commercial Team. This position is responsible for a catering sales and servicing revenue goal to secure and service Catering and Group Business. The role requires an individual with a creative passion for event sales and planning, a high level of attention to detail, and a strong work ethic. The Director of Catering is responsible for generating revenue through new business development and the servicing of corporate group business. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership, interpersonal, and analytical skills, is able to prioritize and adapt to changing client and operational needs, and demonstrates a solid work ethic, good business acumen, and a passion for service.

Requirements

A minimum of five years’ experience leading a team in a comparable role
Strong selling and negotiating skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Solid organization skills
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
Strong interpersonal and team player skills
Strong leadership and management skills
Valid work authorization for the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in event planning and hospitality operations with proven leadership experience
Creative passion for event sales and planning
High level of attention to detail
Strong work ethic
Strong leadership, interpersonal and analytical skills
Able to prioritize and adapt to the changing needs of our clients and operation
Solid work ethic
Good business acumen
Passion for service

Responsibilities

Maintain and monitor the accuracy and effectiveness of all written communication from catering and conference services managers and support staff for external and internal customers.
Actively prospect and solicit, develop and maintain catering accounts through personal sales calls, trade shows, and on-site entertainment.
Supervise the execution of banquet events.
Finalize the requirements of Four Seasons internal events as well as personally booked catering events while maximizing revenue potential through upselling and ensuring effective communication (Resumes, BEO, Daily Reports) and personal contact with all departments for the success of the event.
Ensuring accuracy of Banquet Checks and provide bill review on completion of program or event.
Managing challenges and glitches that arise while groups are on property and finding solutions, keeping Director of Marketing and Planning Committee fully informed on all unusual matters so that prompt corrective action can be taken where appropriate.