Regional Catering Coordinator

HOTELS UNLIMITED INC•East Windsor Township, NJ

9d•$45,000 - $50,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Hotels Unlimited (with four award-winning New Jersey banquet venue locations in East Windsor, Tinton Falls, and Toms River) is seeking an experienced sales professional to join our team as the Regional Catering Coordinator. This position supports the sales efforts from a corporate level and maximizes revenue through the development, implementation and execution of catering sales and revenue management strategies for our catering sales departments. If you are a passionate, people person who never misses a beat, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

Minimum of two (2) years sales experience (catering or event planning preferred)
Familiar with the hospitality industry (preferred)
Ability to work a flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends
Proficient in standard office programs; Word, Excel, Outlook
High degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Ability and means to travel to multiple locations regularly; travel is considered local with an approximate 35-mile radius

Nice To Haves

Bring energy, enthusiasm, and laser-sharp focus to every interaction
Demonstrate exemplary communication skills – written, over the phone, and in-person
Be super organized and computer-savvy
Juggle a wide range of demands in a fast-paced environment
Pitch in and help co-workers to support the team

Responsibilities

Helps oversee functions specifically for catering business: both social and corporate
Works closely with all levels of management to ensure that these strategies positively impact both the top (revenue) and bottom (GOP) lines
Participates in setting hotel sales goals and assists in the achievement of those goals; at both the individual property level and at the company level
Keeps current on economic and market conditions as well as new and existing competition within each market and helps adjust strategies and activities accordingly
Help develop and maintain relationships with affiliated franchise/brand national sales support people and effectively utilizes those relationships and resources to drive bookings and revenue
Assist hotels in region in effectively managing all corporate and catering sales inquiries to maximize revenue.