Assistant Director of Catering - Hilton Boston Park Plaza

Hilton; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incredible travel perks

Own a piece of Hilton

Paid parental leave

Personalized caregiving support

Crisis concierge

Mental health resources

Generous paid time off

Health & welfare benefits

Financial security for your future

Job summary

Hilton in Boston is seeking an Assistant Director of Catering to lead the hotel's catering function and deliver memorable experiences that elevate guest satisfaction and brand standards.

You will partner with sales, operations, and suppliers to implement strategic catering initiatives, mentor a high-performing team, oversee budgets and staffing, and ensure flawless events that reflect Hilton's light and warmth.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategic catering initiatives and continuously refine processes to deliver high quality, best-in-class experiences
• Provide hands-on leadership in catering operations, engaging with internal stakeholders, guests, and suppliers
• Serve as a catering SME, stay current on event trends, and represent Hilton in professional associations
• Partner in sales support efforts, participate in client site inspections to drive catering business growth
• Support financial management by overseeing budgets, forecasting, and cost reporting while optimizing staffing and resources
• Champion company culture by fostering a guest- and team member-centric environment and engaging with colleagues
• Develop and guide talent by supporting career growth initiatives, mentoring team members, and maintaining an open-door policy

Job description

Job Identification: 225339

Job Category: Catering and Event Services

Job Schedule: Full time

Salary $95,000.00-$110,000.00/USD/Annually

Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, including disability/vets

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! As an Assistant Director of Catering , you're not just providing leadership and direction for the hotel's catering function - 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:

• Implement strategic initiatives: Assist in driving innovative catering strategies and continuously refining processes to deliver high quality, best-in-class experiences

• Provide hands-on leadership: Assist in leading catering operations, ensuring strong and consistent engagement with internal stakeholders, team members, guests, and suppliers

• Serve as a catering SME: Apply industry expertise and best practices, stay current on event trends, and represent Hilton in professional associations

• Partner in sales support efforts: Assist with the sales process and participate in client site inspections to drive catering business growth and ensure that all catering solutions align with Hilton's standards

• Support financial management: Assist with overseeing budgets, forecasting, and cost reporting while optimizing staffing, space usage, and resource allocation

• Champion company culture: Support a collaborative, high-performing team by embodying Hilton's values, fostering a guest- and team member-centric environment, and actively engaging with colleagues through meaningful interactions

• Develop and guide talent: Assist in talent development by supporting career growth initiatives, mentoring team members, and maintaining an open-door policy to foster engagement, resolve conflicts, and ensure a productive work environment

What It Takes to Make the Stay

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.

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/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

• Paid parental leave - Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents

• 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)

• Generous paid time off (PTO) - Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most

• 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

• Financial security for your future - Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what's next

*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.