Associate Director of Catering Sales- Four Seasons Hotel Madrid

Jordan martorell s.l.; Madrid; Presencial; COP 182.041.000 - 273.063.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A luxury hotel in Madrid is seeking a passionate Associate Director of Catering Sales to drive catering revenue growth and ensure exceptional event execution. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years’ experience in catering/event sales and a relevant degree. This role offers competitive salary, training, and excellent employee benefits, including health insurance and vacation days.

Servicios

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee Travel Program

Complimentary Dry Cleaning

22 business days of vacation

Complimentary Private Health insurance

Complimentary Employee Meals

Formación

• Minimum of five years’ experience in Catering/Event Sales.
• Great personal and business references required.

Responsabilidades

• Drive catering revenue growth and ensure flawless event execution.
• Supervise the Catering Sales staff in their day-to-day roles.
• Maximize revenue potential through up selling.
• Ensure client satisfaction at all events.

Conocimientos

Excellent communication skills

Ability to motivate and lead a team

Strong innovative mindset

Community relations

Educación

4-year college/university degree or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

A historic landmark with modern energy. History comes to life with modern energy at Four Seasons Hotel Madrid. In the very heart of the capital – within walking distance of all the key attractions – seven historic buildings have been transformed into one dynamic destination. With rooftop dining by Spanish celebrity chef Dani García, Asian-Mediterranean cuisine at our award-winning modern cocktail bar and restaurant Isa, and a four-level Wellness Centre with a sun-splashed pool terrace, Four Seasons is bringing a new level of luxury and service to locals and guests alike.

About the role:

Four Seasons Hotel Madrid is currently seeking a passionate and dynamic Associate Director of Catering Sales to join the team! Reporting to the Director of Marketing, this is an Assistant Department Head role. The Associate Director of Catering Sales is responsible for driving catering revenue growth and ensuring flawless event execution by actively prospecting and managing client relationships, supervising and developing the catering sales team, and collaborating with other hotel departments to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Actively prospect and solicit, develop, and maintain local corporate catering accounts through telephone, personal sales calls, trade shows, and on-site entertainment.
• Supervise the Catering Sales staff in their day-to-day roles, including maintaining and monitoring the accuracy and effectiveness of all written communications.
• Finalize the requirements of personally booked or assigned Event bookings while maximizing revenue potential through up selling and ensuring effective communication with all departments for the success of the event.
• Evaluate current sales and service practices and make recommendations to maximize the profitability of the Events resources.
• Oversee the quarterly administration and seek new ways to motivate and maximize revenues.
• Ensure accuracy of Banquet Checks and provide bill review on completion of program or event.
• Supervise the execution of banquet events, review all function space with banquet manager and when necessary head house attendant, and ensure satisfaction of client at the outset of all events.

Requirements:

• A minimum of five years’ experience in Catering / Event Sales.
• A 4-year college/university degree (or equivalent).
• Great personal and business references required.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong, innovative mindset.
• Strong community relations.
• Ability to motivate and lead a team of professionals.

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Excellent Training and Development opportunities.
• Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resort (Employee Travel Program).
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms.
• 22 business days of vacation, and the day of the birthday free.
• Complimentary Private Health insurance.
• Complimentary Employee Meals.