Catering Sales Lead: Local Events & Banquets

Marriott Hotels Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hotel chain is seeking a Catering Sales Manager in Dubai, UAE. This role is responsible for contracting and closing local catering and social business, ensuring timely handover for quality service delivery. The ideal candidate should have a strong sales background, excellent customer service skills, and experience in managing catering events. You'll drive revenue goals through effective negotiation and customer engagement, delivering exceptional service standards to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in sales and marketing or related field.
• Understanding of catering and event management.
• Ability to identify and qualify new catering business.

Responsibilities

• Manages all catering sales efforts for the hotel.
• Closely works with off-property sales channels.
• Identifies and solicits new catering business opportunities.
• Ensures successful execution of catering events.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service

Negotiation skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year degree in Business Administration or related major

Job description

A leading global hotel chain is seeking a Catering Sales Manager in Dubai, UAE. This role is responsible for contracting and closing local catering and social business, ensuring timely handover for quality service delivery. The ideal candidate should have a strong sales background, excellent customer service skills, and experience in managing catering events. You'll drive revenue goals through effective negotiation and customer engagement, delivering exceptional service standards to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.