Concord Hospitality Enterprises
Catering Sales Manager, Downright Austin
Concord Hospitality Enterprises, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Job Category : Sales & Marketing
Requisition Number : CATER049669
Posted : February 17, 2025
Position Type : Full-Time
Location : TX, RHR Austin
701 E 11th St
Austin, TX 78701, USA
Job Summary
We are hiring a Catering Sales Manager who enjoys selling and planning catering events. Previous Marriott experience is beneficial for this role. Responsibilities
Sell and detail social and corporate catering events with and without guest rooms for the hotel. Negotiate with clients and handle all arrangements, suggesting menus, bar set up, and room arrangements as per policy and procedure. Daily solicitation for new business and contract negotiation. Coordinate local marketing efforts and maintain communication with hotel staff to ensure high service levels for events. Keep accurate communication flowing among all hotel departments. Inform management promptly of any work-related problems or guest complaints. Attend all scheduled training classes and meetings. Train and supervise other associates as directed by management. Provide a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures. Identify operational challenges and determine solutions with property staff and customers. Solicit future business from current and past customers. Maintain records on cancellations and turndown reports, analyzing these reports quarterly. Provide site tours to potential customers of the hotel’s banquet facilities. Facilitate various meetings as necessary (e.g., Banquet Event order meeting, room block review). Requirements
Experience: Minimum 2 years catering sales, or 2 years in hotel Catering/Convention Services, Banquet, Hotel Sales or Culinary Arts; OR, an equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses/Certifications: Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to drive to appointments. Benefits
At Concord Hospitality, our Catering Sales Managers earn competitive wages and receive an extensive benefits package including dental/vision plans, life insurance, ST/LT disability options, 401K options, and tuition assistance. Why Concord?
Our culture is based on five Cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and Fun. We provide a great work environment for our associates and strive to hire the best in the market. If you are seeking a position where you can grow and be a part of a fun team, this job may be your answer. We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V and maintain a drug-free workplace.
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We are hiring a Catering Sales Manager who enjoys selling and planning catering events. Previous Marriott experience is beneficial for this role. Responsibilities
Sell and detail social and corporate catering events with and without guest rooms for the hotel. Negotiate with clients and handle all arrangements, suggesting menus, bar set up, and room arrangements as per policy and procedure. Daily solicitation for new business and contract negotiation. Coordinate local marketing efforts and maintain communication with hotel staff to ensure high service levels for events. Keep accurate communication flowing among all hotel departments. Inform management promptly of any work-related problems or guest complaints. Attend all scheduled training classes and meetings. Train and supervise other associates as directed by management. Provide a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures. Identify operational challenges and determine solutions with property staff and customers. Solicit future business from current and past customers. Maintain records on cancellations and turndown reports, analyzing these reports quarterly. Provide site tours to potential customers of the hotel’s banquet facilities. Facilitate various meetings as necessary (e.g., Banquet Event order meeting, room block review). Requirements
Experience: Minimum 2 years catering sales, or 2 years in hotel Catering/Convention Services, Banquet, Hotel Sales or Culinary Arts; OR, an equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses/Certifications: Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to drive to appointments. Benefits
At Concord Hospitality, our Catering Sales Managers earn competitive wages and receive an extensive benefits package including dental/vision plans, life insurance, ST/LT disability options, 401K options, and tuition assistance. Why Concord?
Our culture is based on five Cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and Fun. We provide a great work environment for our associates and strive to hire the best in the market. If you are seeking a position where you can grow and be a part of a fun team, this job may be your answer. We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V and maintain a drug-free workplace.
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