Catering Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Excellent organizational & communication skills
• Strong proficiency in multi-tasking
• Hospitality sales experience
• Ability to communicate effectively with all hotel departments
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to log all sales related activity in the sales software system
• Ability to read, write and speak English, with excellent grammar and communication skills (written and verbal)

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of CI/TY and Marriott systems to include Lightspeed
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Office, Internet Explorer/Google Chrome
• Well organized and detail oriented
• Display initiative, perseverance and analytical skills
• Effective communication
• Professional and ethical
• Displays enthusiasm
• Excellent customer service skills
• Team player and ability to get along with others
• Available to meet guests which may include weekends

Responsibilities

• Solicitation of new and existing accounts to meet and exceed revenue goals through telephone/e-mail, solicitation, outside sales calls, virtual/site inspections and written communication
• Ability to book new catering business and the ability to detail the events
• Experience selling to a variety of market segments, focusing on the social market
• Ability to work with the operation team to execute group, meeting, and social event business
• Develop and execute strategic plans to maximize revenue. Meet sales goals through the development of new customers as well as nurturing existing client relationships
• Ability to quote rates and availability to customers from catering leads alongside revenue management for optimal pricing
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with all hotel departments but also work independently
• Assumes the responsibility for set-up and execution of events as needed
• Works with client directly to form Banquet Event Orders allowing the group to accomplish their goals
• Assist with other areas as assigned by the General Manager, Director of Sales, and Regional Director of Sales and Marketing
• Ability to work with outside catering companies and local vendors to execute successful events
• Ability to log all sales related activity in the sales software system
• Ability to utilize onsite sales system- CI/TY and Lightspeed experience preferred to manage group reservations
• Must be flexible with work schedule, including working events, lobby duty, BEO meetings etc

Benefits

• bonus eligible