Catering Manager

Accor; Issy-les-Moulineaux; Sur place; EUR 35 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading hotel group in Issy-les-Moulineaux is seeking a Catering Manager to drive revenue through effective management of catering events. The role involves developing client relationships, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and executing creative marketing strategies to enhance presence in the catering market. Ideal candidates will have a background in food & beverage leadership and demonstrate excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience in food & beverage required.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.

Responsabilités

• Acquire and manage high-value catering opportunities.
• Coordinate large-scale corporate functions and private events.
• Maintain 5-star standards during event execution.

Connaissances

Leadership experience in food & beverage

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving abilities

Ability to work under pressure

Team collaboration

Formation

University / College degree in a related discipline

Outils

Microsoft Windows applications

Description du poste

Company Description

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you in this world, where life beats faster.

Job Description

As Catering Manageris responsiblefor driving revenue through the acquisition, planning, and execution of all catering events. This role involves developing client relationships, creating customized catering proposals, coordinating with operations and culinary teams, and ensuring seamless event delivery that meets or exceeds client expectations.

Responsible to significantly increase the hotel's market share and profitability in the highly competitive Outdoor Catering segment through aggressive sales strategies, new account acquisition, and impeccable data management.

Key Responsibilities :

• New Business Acquisition, proactively identify, target, and secure high value catering opportunities.
• Large-scale corporate functions, gala dinners, and product launches.
• High-end private events, weddings, and social gatherings.
• Government and VIP events, leveraging a strong local network.
• Leisure events such as Shows and Exhibitions.
• School Accounts.
• Cultivate and nurture strong, long-term relationships with key decision-makers, event management agencies, and high-value corporate accounts to ensure repeat business.
• Develop and execute creative sales and marketing plans tailored to increase our presence and visibility in the off-site catering market.
• Serve as the critical link between the client, and the Operations team to ensure flawless execution of every event, maintaining the 5-star Movenpick standards at all times.
• Achieve and exceed aggressive individual and departmental revenue and profitability targets.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience in food & beverage required
• Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required
• University / College degree in a related discipline preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Additional Information

• Arabic & English language preferred.
• Remote Location - Turaif, Saudi Arabia