Catering Sales Manager

Description

The Platinum Hotel & Spa seeks a Catering Sales Manager to plan and organize all logistical aspects of catered functions for 10-200 guests with heavy emphasis on weddings and social events.

What you'll be doing:

• Identify and pursue new catering opportunities to increase revenue
• Develop and implement sales strategies to meet or exceed targets
• Conduct site visits and presentations to potential clients
• Ensure BEOs being prepared/written are following SOP guidelines
• Review and prepare timely event orders to successfully set up culinary and operations
• Coordinate with other departments to set up service and breakdown of all functions and confirm that all necessary equipment is on hand (both in-house and rental)
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality, Business, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of F&B products, proper preparation, and presentation of food and beverage items
• Knowledge of meeting room capacities, banquet set-up, audio-visual, and any other pertinent details as they relate to function and room set-up
• Must have proven selling, negotiating, and presentation skills and strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft application tools, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
• Amadeus/Delphi knowledge preferred
• Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule to include nights and weekends
• Must be 21

At the Platinum Hotel, we offer the following great benefits:

* Paid time off

* Medical, dental and vision insurance (offered after 30 days of employment), company-paid life insurance, employee assistance program offer and

* 401k with employer match

We will verify through E-Verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired.

The Platinum Hotel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.