Senior Catering Sales Manager

Pyramid Global Hospitality•Pittsburgh, PA

4d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Pyramid Global Hospitality is seeking a highly motivated and analytical individual with experience in creating and managing luxury catering events to join their team as a Catering Sales Manager. This key position will be responsible for selling revenue-generating catered events, including weddings, social events, and meetings/conference events, with all relevant profit-driving components. The role also involves detailing, servicing, and planning for the success of these events in collaboration with key departments to achieve maximum profitability and guest satisfaction. The successful candidate will be creative, a problem-solver, a team player, open to learning, lead by example, and respond professionally and courteously to guests and the team. The Pittsburgh Airport Marriott specifically offers a robust wage package, excellent benefit plans, a matching 401K plan, professional development, generous bonuses, travel perks, and the opportunity to grow across a portfolio of 100 hotels representing all major brands. They are an Employer of Choice, prioritizing team member care.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
3 years+ experience as a Sales Manager in a high-end Catering environment.
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form with the public as well as other team members.
Essential statistical and analytical skills required to identify revenue opportunities and shortfalls.
Ability to work both independently and cross-functionally to achieve goals.
Ability to thrive in a multi-tasked and fast-paced environment.
Availability to work when events are happening, i.e., weekends, nights, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

ServSafe Certification

Responsibilities

Oversee the coordination and successful execution of all programs/services contracted through the catering department.
Help rectify any deficiencies for improvement with respective operational departments and work closely with the banquets department.
Work closely with Sales teams to build relationships with area businesses, associations, and SMERF entities to develop the social business segment to support revenue goals.
Coordinate and communicate with outside vendors to maximize relationships, profitability, performance, and service standards.
Demonstrate consistent regard and dedication to guests and the organization by being engaged, interested, and productive.
Maintain a working knowledge of the marketplace and actively and collaboratively assist in building best practices for the resort's success.
Ensure cooperation and coordination with other departments/managers in the daily flow of resort operations through strong organizational skills and attention to detail.