Director of Catering

Hilton Anchorage • Anchorage, AK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Anchorage Hilton is seeking an experienced and energetic Director of Catering. The hotel is a 606-room, full-service property in downtown Anchorage, with a restaurant, bar, room service, concierge lounge, exercise room, indoor pool, and 20,000 square feet of functional event space.

The Director of Catering is responsible for selling the hotel's public space, food and beverage, and function-planning services to maximize hotel revenue and profits. The role solicits new and existing accounts to meet or exceed revenue goals through telephone solicitation, outside sales calls, and written communication.

Requirements

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in hospitality management or marketing.
• Typically 2–3 years of extensive experience in catering, event planning, hospitality, or food service management, including experience in a similar role.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale catering operations and teams.
• Experience in sales, marketing, and client relationship management.
• Strong leadership and team-management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Expertise in budgeting, financial management, and cost control.
• Event-planning and coordination skills.
• Ability to develop and implement marketing strategies.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Demonstrated record of success emphasizing guest satisfaction and meeting sales goals.
• Creativity and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• SERV Safe Food Handler or Manager Certification.
• Hospitality management certifications.

Responsibilities

• Sell the hotel's public space, food and beverage, and function-planning services to maximize revenue and profits.
• Solicit new and existing accounts to meet or exceed revenue goals through telephone solicitation, outside sales calls, and written communication.
• Manage large-scale catering operations and teams.
• Plan and coordinate events.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies.
• Manage budgets, finances, and cost control.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Hilton Discount Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Associate degree