Catering & Conference Services Manager - Drive Events

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company M​

Paid Vacation and Sick Days

Sonesta Hotel Discounts

Educational Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Company Paid Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation in Los Angeles is seeking a Catering Sales Manager & Conference Services Manager to drive catering and group event business while leading the planning and on-site execution of meetings, events, and social functions.

This hybrid role combines sales, client communication, and coordination across departments to deliver exceptional client experiences, with responsibilities from prospecting and proposals to BEOs, guest service, and post-event follow-up.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business, or related field.
• 2–4 years’ experience in catering sales, conference services, or hotel event management.
• Experience with Delphi, Opera, or comparable systems is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver revenue growth through upselling and service.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Solicit catering and group business through prospecting and lead follow‑up.
• Respond to inquiries, qualify leads, create proposals, and close sales.

Skills

Sales

Event planning

Operations coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business, or related field

Tools

Delphi

Opera

Job description

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation in Los Angeles is seeking a Catering Sales Manager & Conference Services Manager to drive catering and group event business while leading the planning and on-site execution of meetings, events, and social functions.

This hybrid role combines sales, client communication, and coordination across departments to deliver exceptional client experiences, with responsibilities from prospecting and proposals to BEOs, guest service, and post-event follow-up.