Assistant Manager - F&B and Catering Sales

Hilton; India; Remote; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

ESPP

Caregiving support

Crisis concierge

Mental health resources

Health benefits

Job summary

Hilton India invites an experienced Assistant Manager - F&B & Catering Sales to lead end-to-end event planning at our hotel, coordinating with clients, vendors, and internal teams to deliver exceptional experiences.

You will manage budgets, negotiate contracts, drive promotions, supervise event staff, and ensure safety and quality standards in line with Hilton EventReady programs. This role requires flexibility, nights and weekends, and multi-lingual communication is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in event planning or hospitality logistics in a hotel catering/events sales role.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with hotel systems (e.g., Delphi, Salesforce, OnQ, Market Planner).
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Multi-linguistic skill is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Event Planning & Execution: Organize and manage events of various scales from concept to completion.
• Vendor Coordination: Liaise with caterers, decorators, AV teams, and other vendors to ensure quality service.
• Client Service: Deliver exceptional guest experiences and address client needs promptly.
• Budget Oversight: Manage event budgets, control costs, and negotiate vendor contracts.
• Marketing & Promotion: Develop strategies to promote events and maximize attendance.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and support event staff, including scheduling and training.
• Logistics Management: Coordinate transportation, accommodations, and on-site operations.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to legal, safety, and brand standards (e.g., Hilton EventReady with CleanStay and Hilton EventReady Hybrid Solutions programmes).
• Performance Review: Monitor event outcomes and implement improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Multi-lingual

Tools

Delphi

Salesforce

OnQ

Market Planner

Job description

Job Identification: 213461

Job Category: Catering and Event Services

Job Schedule: Full time

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! You are responsible for overseeing the planning, organization, and execution of events at the hotel, working closely with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure all aspects of the event run smoothly. As an Assistant Manager - F&B & Catering Sales , you’re not just overseeing the execution of events at the hotel – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Here’s what you’ll do during a typical day:

• Event Planning & Execution: Organize and manage events of various scales from concept to completion.

• Vendor Coordination: Liaise with caterers, decorators, AV teams, and other vendors to ensure quality service.

• Client Service: Deliver exceptional guest experiences and address client needs promptly.

• Budget Oversight: Manage event budgets, control costs, and negotiate vendor contracts.

• Marketing & Promotion: Develop strategies to promote events and maximize attendance.

• Team Leadership: Supervise and support event staff, including scheduling and training.

• Logistics Management: Coordinate transportation, accommodations, and on-site operations.

• Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to legal, safety, and brand standards (e.g., Hilton EventReady with CleanStay and Hilton EventReady Hybrid Solutions programmes).

• Performance Review: Monitor event outcomes and implement improvements.

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality . Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership . A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now , bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

In addition, this role requires the following minimum qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience in event planning or hospitality logistics experience in a hotel catering/events sales role preferred.

• Familiarity with hotel systems (e.g., Delphi, Salesforce, OnQ, Market Planner).

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.

• Able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Multi-linguistic skill is a plus.

How We’ll Help You Thrive

At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40 USD/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered

*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands (https://www.hilton.com/en/brands/) , and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog (https://jobs.hilton.com/blogs) to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.