Director Of Catering
Description
The Doubletree by Hilton Orlando Airport has an exciting opportunity to join our sales & catering team. We are searching for an energetic Director of Catering & Convention Services. Apply today to learn more.
Responsibilities
The Director of Catering & Convention Services will oversee promotion, sales, coordination and facilitation of Catering/Convention events and will ensure the total satisfaction of customers.
- Coordinates all aspects of group programs, acting as major group contact from start to finish of each program and to ensure complete customer satisfaction.
- Solicits and books banquet food and beverage business (corporate).
- Assist clients by offering suggestions with regard to setup, menus, decorations, etc.
- Directs the activities of the hotel catering sales team, providing leadership and motivation necessary to implement effective sales and marketing strategies and to maximize the generation of hotel catering sales/revenues.
- Trains and provides career development for all catering sales personnel; conducts performance evaluations and provides feedback to employees using company hiring standards and guidelines.
Qualifications
- Looking for someone who is highly organized, service-oriented and professional with food knowledge and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environment. A majority of the time will be spent selling and negotiating catering and banquet services.
- Must have 2-4 years of catering experience as a Director or Senior Catering Sales Manager.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person