Catering Sales Manager - Social Events
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Full Time/Permanent
Catering
£50,000 to £74,999
£54.8k - 61.2k per year + bonus
International
Menlo Park
999898078
21-02-2025 05:27 PM
21/03/2025 05:27
We are working with an established luxury hotel group renowned for crafting unforgettable guest experiences through innovation and a dedication to personalized service. Employees thrive in a supportive and growth-oriented environment, with abundant opportunities for career advancement and skill development across the group’s prestigious properties worldwide. They are looking for a Catering Sales Manager with at least three years of experience in luxury or ultra-luxury hotel catering and conference services and a solid background in social event and wedding management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Director of Catering in generating banquet revenue and coordinating all aspects of Conference Services in alignment with hotel standards.
- Manage client relationships, ensuring seamless execution of events, including weddings, social gatherings, and corporate functions.
- Oversee event arrangements from menu selection to staffing, supervising set-up and monitoring service quality.
- Actively solicit new business, maintain contact with current clients, and prepare daily call reports to build a robust client base.
- Serve as the on-site contact for weekend weddings and special events, ensuring client satisfaction by anticipating and responding to their needs.
- Collaborate with internal departments to ensure smooth coordination of services and maintain superior service standards.
- Track and analyze market competition, preparing forecasts and reports to drive business strategy and growth.
What they are looking for:
- Minimum of three years’ experience in a luxury or ultra-luxury hotel or resort, specializing in Catering and Conference Services.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with a strong background in managing social events and weddings.
- Outstanding organizational and multitasking skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Proficiency in menu planning, banquet service operations, and food and beverage knowledge, along with a clear understanding of financial and mathematical principles.
- Exceptional communication skills, strong guest relations, and the ability to build positive client relationships.
- Advanced technical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, SalesForce, Social Tables, and Opera.
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Nas at COREcruitment dot com
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